Environment Protection Department of Punjab Government (Pakistan|)

EPA Punjab is an attached department working under administrative control of Environment Protection Department and we perform following Functions in the field of Environment: Implement the provisions of Environment Protection Act and the rules and regulations made there under Issuance of Environment Approvals for different projects Certify the Environmental Labortaries in Punjab Prepare and establish the Punjab Environmental Quality Standards with approval of the Council and Enforcement Resolve the Public Complaints regarding Environmental Issues Take measures to promote research and development of science and technology which may contribute to the prevention of pollution, protection of the environment and sustainable development Promote Tree Plantation for Clean Green Pakistan Promote Environmental awareness through Seminars/workshops/trainings Implementation of International Treaties Identify the needs for, and initiate legislation in various sectors of the Environment Field visits of Anti-Dengue Campaign in four designated areas i.e. Junkyards/Godowns, Nurseries, Tyreshops, Commercial Underconstructions buildings Provide information and guidance to the public on environmental matters Specify safeguards for the prevention of accidents and disasters which may cause pollution Encourage the formation and working of non-government, community and village organizations to prevent and control pollution and promote sustainable development Take all necessary measures for protection, conservation, rehabilitation and improvement of the environment, and for prevention and control of pollution