Environmental Protection and Mining
Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia
Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia
05, March 2026
On March 3, 2026, on behalf of the Head of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia, Hovhannes Martirosyan, a certificate of appreciation was presented to Eduard Yeghiazaryan on the occasion of his 80th birthday.Professor Eduard Yeghiazaryan, lecturer at the Faculty of Biology of Yerevan State University and Doctor of Biological Sciences, has made a significant contribution to the development of environmental science, the training of professional personn
26, February 2026
In accordance with Order No. 28-A of February 25, 2026, an advisory working group will be established under the Head of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia.The purpose of the group is to enhance the effectiveness of state oversight in the fields of environmental protection and subsoil use, contribute to identifying sectoral challenges and developing solutions, as well as ensure cooperation between the state and th
18, February 2026
On February 17, at around 07:30, the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia received a report about a roe deer found by a citizen in the city of Ijevan, Tavush Province.Upon arrival at the scene, inspectors established that a resident of Ijevan had noticed an approximately one-year-old roe deer with minor abrasions on its head and legs on a forest road near his house and had moved the animal to the yard of his household.Following an external examination, t
12, February 2026
During oversight measures aimed at the protection of water resources, inspectors of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia identified cases of illegal water use in the Ararat and Armavir regions.In the Sayat-Nova and Hovtashat communities of Ararat Province, five individuals were found to have illegally operated a total of six artesian wells for irrigation purposes without water use permits.In the Vagharshapat and Apaga communities of Armavir Province,
04, February 2026
Ahead of the COP 17 conference, the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia continues its consistent efforts to ensure proper care and legal compliance for wild animals held in captivity, supporting biodiversity conservation and sustainable environmental development.On February 3, 2026, staff of the Inspection Body and the “Yerevan Zoo” SNCO confiscated 7 wild animals from the “Hrashq Aygi” restaurant complex in Ararat Province due t
30, January 2026
A summary event of the 2025 activities of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia was held today, attended by representatives of legislative, executive, and law enforcement bodies.The event presented the results, achievements, and key performance indicators of oversight work conducted throughout 2025.Certificates of appreciation were awarded to partner officials for effective collaboration.Employees and units of the Inspection Body who demonstrated high
29, January 2026
The Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia presents the results of oversight activities in the field of subsoil use and protection for 2025.Inspections conducted: 100Violations recorded: 207Enforcement actions:195 administrative penalties imposedFines totaling AMD 27,160,000Illegal subsoil use identified:233 cases of illegal subsoil exploitation and concealment of extracted volumesEnvironmental damage calculated at AMD 2,042,1
26, January 2026
The Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia presents the results of oversight activities in the biodiversity sector for 2025.A total of 8 inspections were conducted across 6 branches of the “Hayantar” SNCO.Violations recorded:1,264 violations,11,852 illegally cut trees,4,255.2 cubic meters of illegally harvested timber.Enforcement actions:293 administrative penalties,fines totaling AMD 30,300,000.Calculated environmental
22, January 2026
The Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia presents the results of oversight activities in the field of water resources use and protection for 2025.A total of 202 violations were recorded, including:fish farming – 15 cases,water user companies and electricity generation – 57 cases,local self-government activities and services – 43 cases,production and construction – 74 cases,mining – 9 cases,other &ndas
21, January 2026
The Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia presents the results of oversight activities in the field of atmospheric air protection for 2025.A total of 617 violations were recorded, including:construction and manufacturing – 221 cases,mining – 37 cases,transportation of loose materials without protective covering – 84 cases,burning of stubble, leaves, waste, and cables – 226 cases,burning in forests and spontaneous
