Environmental Protection and Mining
Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia
Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia
28, April 2026
During oversight activities aimed at protecting water resources in the Ararat Valley, inspectors of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body identified 9 cases of illegal water use in the Ararat and Armavir regions.In the Ararat region, in the settlements of Masis, Noramarg, Darakert, and Artashat, 8 individuals were found to be operating a total of 8 deep wells for irrigation purposes without water use permits.In the Armavir region, in the community of Parakar, the jewelry produc
22, April 2026
The Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia reports that the operation of the boiler facility at the “Kamancha” restaurant in central Yerevan has been suspended.As a result of inspections carried out by the staff of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia, violations were identified at “ARMAT GASTRO GROUP” LLC (''Kamancha'' restaurant), located at 23/1 Tumanyan Street, Yerevan.The company ha
13, April 2026
An extended meeting was held under the leadership of Hovhannes Martirosyan, Head of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body, with the participation of the management team and heads of structural and territorial divisions.The progress and timelines of planned and unplanned inspections under the Inspection Body’s annual programs were analyzed, along with the results of observations, suspensions, and initiated administrative proceedings.The performance of the first quarter of
10, April 2026
A working discussion was held today at the initiative of Hovhannes Martirosyan, Head of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia, focusing on the regulation of export, import, and keeping processes for wild animals and plants.The meeting was attended by Deputy Head of the Inspection Body Vrej Galoyan, Head of the Biodiversity Management Department of the Ministry of Environment Sevak Baloyan, Head of the Specially Protected Nature Areas and Biodiversity
06, April 2026
For the first time, the environmental impact of inactive tailings facilities has been studied. Out of 22 tailings facilities in Armenia, 7 are currently operational, while 9 still need to be brought to a safe condition.Laboratory studies have shown that there is no highly dangerous or emergency situation.In 2017, by a decision of the Government of the Republic of Armenia, the procedure for the inventory of closed mining waste facilities was approved.The Environmental Protection and Mining Inspec
03, April 2026
Today, Hovhannes Martirosyan, Head of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia, participated in a ceremonial event dedicated to the Professional Day of Geologists. Representatives of the legislative and executive bodies of the Republic of Armenia were also present.Within the framework of the event, the Inspection Body and the Geological Union of Armenia signed a memorandum of cooperation. The document is aimed at strengthening oversight mechanisms in the
02, April 2026
Today, the inaugural session of the Advisory Working Group, established under the Head of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body, took place.The group brings together representatives of scientific institutions, non-governmental organizations, and concerned citizens.Welcoming the participants, Hovhannes Martirosyan, Head of the Inspection Body, expressed gratitude for their willingness to join the group. He emphasized that environmental protection and the rational use of subsoil
02, April 2026
Illegal water use detected at gas stations and a greenhouseDuring supervisory measures aimed at protecting water resources, employees of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia identified four cases of illegal water use in the Armavir region.In the Vagharshapat community, one illegal artesian well each was operated without a water use permit at gas stations owned by “Li Gaz”, “Arajin Tsitsernak”, and “Nerses Misakyan”
26, March 2026
On March 25, at approximately 00:10, the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body received a report from the Vayots Dzor Provincial Patrol Service of the RA Police regarding illegally caught live crayfish found in the trunk of an “OPEL” vehicle.Within the framework of the administrative proceedings initiated by the Inspection Body, it was established that G.H., a resident of Janfida village in Armavir Province, had illegally caught 43 kg of crayfish from the Herher Reservo
25, March 2026
During inspections aimed at preserving water resources, the staff of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body identified cases of illegal water use in Ararat and Armavir regions.In the village of Apaga, Armavir region, two individuals, and in Lusagyugh, one individual, exploited three illegal artesian wells for irrigation purposes.In Noramarg, Ararat region, the company "River Land" LLC and one individual, in Arevabuyr, one individual, and in Nizami, one individual, illegally extr
