Over 3,300 Industrial Units in Punjab Operate Without Environmental Control Systems, EPA Reports

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LAHORE – A recent report from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) of the Punjab Environment Department reveals that out of the 8,308 industrial units across 36 districts in Punjab, 3,303 are still operating without an Environmental Control System (ECS). The report, made public under the Access to Information Act, highlights the need for stricter adherence to environmental regulations. According to the data provided by EPA, only 5,005 industrial units have installed ECS, while 3,303 remain non-compliant. The report, which follows an application filed by Advocate Abdullah Malik under the Punjab…

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