Environmental Protection

RN Associates provides comprehensive legal representation in all matters governed by Pakistan’s environmental regulatory framework, including the Pakistan Environmental Protection Act, 1997, the provincial Environmental Protection Acts, and the Pakistan Environmental Protection Council’s Environmental Quality Standards (EQS).

Our practice covers:

  • Litigation & Enforcement – Representation before the National Environmental Tribunal, provincial Environmental Protection Agencies (EPAs), and superior courts in cases involving industrial emissions, land contamination, hazardous-waste disposal, and other pollution-related violations. 
  • Regulatory Compliance – Preparation and filing of Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and Initial Environmental Examinations (IEE); obtaining and maintaining mandatory permits and licenses under federal and provincial rules. 
  • Corporate Advisory – Environmental due diligence for mergers and acquisitions, compliance audits, and counsel on sustainable development and ESG policies consistent with international standards. 

By combining in-depth statutory knowledge with strategic advocacy, RN Associates assists clients in mitigating environmental risk, ensuring full compliance with national and provincial legislation, and safeguarding their interests in both administrative and judicial proceedings.

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