Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change Notifies Ecomark Rules under the LiFE Initiative

Source- This post on the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change Notifies Ecomark Rules under the LiFE Initiative has been created based on the article “Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change notifies Ecomark Rules under Lifestyle for Environment initiative” published in “PIB” on 5th October 2024.

The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change notified the new Ecomark Rules on 26th September 2024. The scheme aligns with the ‘LiFE’ (Lifestyle for Environment) Mission. This new scheme replaces the previous Ecomark scheme of 1991.

About Ecomark Scheme

1. About: The Ecomark Scheme provides accreditation and labelling for household and consumer products that meet specific environmental criteria while maintaining quality standards as per Indian norms.

2. Key Objectives of the Ecomark Scheme:

i) Promoting Sustainable Consumption: The scheme encourages the demand for environment-friendly products by fostering consumer awareness of eco-conscious choices.

ii) Enhancing Production Practices: It motivates manufacturers to adopt environmentally friendly production methods, aligning with sustainable development goals.

iii) Ensuring Accurate Labelling: The scheme ensures that products carry accurate environmental labels and eliminates misleading information.

iv) Resource Efficiency and Circular Economy: It promotes lower energy consumption and resource efficiency, contributing to a circular economy.

3. Implementation Partners: The scheme will be implemented by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) will collaborate in ensuring strict environmental standards for accredited products.

4. Impact on Environmental and Consumer Awareness:

Minimal Environmental Impact: Products certified under the Ecomark scheme will adhere to specific environmental criteria to reduce ecological footprints.

Building Consumer Awareness: The scheme aims to increase consumer understanding of environmental issues and the benefits of sustainable consumption.

5. Alignment with Global and National Goals:

The Ecomark scheme supports India’s commitment to environmental conservation and protection.

It aligns with global sustainability goals and encourages both individual and collective decision-making towards a more sustainable future.

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