Intermediate $99 10 hrs Certificate 2 learners enrolled Content current as of July 2026

EIA & Environmental Clearance — MoEFCC Framework

Master the complete Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) process and environmental clearance framework under India's MoEFCC regulations. This course covers the EIA Notification 2006 (and its 2020 draft amendments), project categorisation into A/B1/B2, the four-stage EIA process (screening, scoping, public consultation, and appraisal), the role of Expert Appraisal Committees (EAC) and State Expert Appraisal Committees (SEAC), public hearing procedures, environmental clearance conditions, compliance monitoring through regional offices, and the PARIVESH online portal for clearance management. Designed for environmental consultants, project proponents, regulatory compliance professionals, and ESG managers, the course equips you with practical knowledge to navigate India's environmental clearance system with confidence and regulatory precision.

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What You'll Learn

  • Explain the legal basis of EIA in India under the Environment (Protection) Act 1986 and the EIA Notification 2006
  • Classify projects into Category A, B1, and B2 based on the Schedule to the EIA Notification and determine the appropriate appraisal authority
  • Navigate all four stages of the EIA process: screening, scoping, public consultation, and appraisal
  • Prepare Terms of Reference (ToR) applications and understand the scoping process at EAC and SEAC level
  • Conduct and manage public hearings as per the EIA Notification requirements including notice periods, documentation, and response obligations
  • Understand the composition and functioning of Expert Appraisal Committees (EAC) and State Expert Appraisal Committees (SEAC)
  • Interpret environmental clearance conditions and design compliance monitoring programmes
  • Use the PARIVESH portal for online clearance applications, document submission, and compliance reporting
Instructor
RSustain Academy Faculty

Delivery & Pricing

Format
Online Self-Paced
Price
$99
✅ 10-hour comprehensive programme
✅ Certificate on completion
✅ 27 in-course knowledge checks
Preview available after enrollment
Members save up to 30%
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Frequently Asked Questions

What will I learn in this course?
This 10-hour programme covers: Explain the legal basis of EIA in India under the Environment (Protection) Act 1986 and the EIA Notification 2006; Classify projects into Category A, B1, and B2 based on the Schedule to the EIA Notification and determine the appropriate appraisal authority; Navigate all four stages of the EIA process: screening, scoping, public consultation, and appraisal; Prepare Terms of Reference (ToR) applications and understand the scoping process at EAC and SEAC level.
Who is this course for?
This course is designed for Environmental consultants preparing EIA reports and managing clearance applications for project proponents, Project proponents and developers seeking to understand the clearance process for industrial, infrastructure, and mining projects, Regulatory compliance managers responsible for environmental clearance conditions and monitoring, ESG and sustainability professionals evaluating environmental risk for investment decisions.
Are there any prerequisites?
Basic understanding of environmental science or environmental management concepts, Familiarity with Indian regulatory structures (central and state government roles) is helpful but not mandatory
How is the course delivered?
Online self-paced — study anytime, anywhere
Do I get a certificate?
Yes — an RSustain Academy certificate is issued on completion
How long do I have access?
You receive access to all course materials from the moment you enrol. Access duration depends on your enrolment type.