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PRO authorization is a process of obtaining the approval of the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) for the registration of a Producer Responsibility Organization (PRO), which is an entity that takes the responsibility of collecting and channelizing the e-waste generated from the end-of-life of the electrical and electronic equipment (EEE) on behalf of the producers. It is required to ensure that the e-waste is managed in an environmentally sound manner, and that the producers comply with the extended producer responsibility (EPR) obligations under the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2016. PRO authorization is also a legal requirement under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 and the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2016.

Legal Framework for PRO Authorization

The legal framework for PRO authorization is as follows:

  • 1: The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, which is the umbrella legislation that empowers the central government to take measures to protect and improve the quality of the environment and prevent, control and abate environmental pollution. The act also provides for the establishment of the National Environmental Appellate Authority, which hears appeals against the orders of the central government or any authority under the act. The act also lays down the penalties for contravention of the provisions of the act or the rules made thereunder.
  • 2: The E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2016, which are the specific rules that regulate the generation, collection, storage, transportation, segregation, refurbishment, dismantling, recycling and disposal of e-waste in India. The rules also define the roles and responsibilities of various stakeholders, such as producers, consumers, bulk consumers, collection centres, dealers, e-retailers, refurbishers, dismantlers, recyclers and PROs. The rules also specify the EPR targets, the procedure for obtaining EPR authorization, the standards for environmentally sound management of e-waste, the criteria for registration of PROs, the format and frequency of reporting, and the procedure for monitoring and enforcement.
  • 3: The Guidelines for Implementation of E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2016, which are the guidelines issued by the CPCB to provide clarity and guidance on the implementation of the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2016. The guidelines cover various aspects, such as EPR plan, collection mechanism, channelization, documentation, record keeping, reporting, verification, random sampling, testing, labelling, awareness generation, capacity building, and grievance redressal.

Eligibility/ Pre-Licensing/ Mandatory Prerequisites

The eligibility, pre-licensing and mandatory pre-requisites for obtaining PRO authorization are as follows:

  • 1: The applicant should be a legal entity registered under the Companies Act, 2013 or the Societies Registration Act, 1860 or the Indian Trusts Act, 1882 or any other relevant act.
  • 3: The applicant should have a minimum net worth of Rs. 10 crore as per the latest audited balance sheet.
  • 4: The applicant should have a minimum experience of three years in the field of e-waste management or related activities.
  • 5: The applicant should have a valid agreement or MoU with the producers for whom the PRO will take the responsibility of collecting and channelizing the e-waste.
  • 6: The applicant should have a valid agreement or MoU with the registered collection centres, dealers, e-retailers, refurbishers, dismantlers and recyclers for the collection and channelization of e-waste.
  • 7: The applicant should have a valid agreement or MoU with the State Pollution Control Boards or the Pollution Control Committees for the coordination and cooperation in the implementation of the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2016.
  • 8: The applicant should have a valid agreement or MoU with the authorized testing laboratories for the testing of e-waste for RoHS parameters.
  • 9: The applicant should have a valid agreement or MoU with the authorized transporters for the transportation of e-waste as per the Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2016.
  • 10: The applicant should have a valid agreement or MoU with the authorized treatment, storage and disposal facilities for the disposal of hazardous wastes generated from e-waste as per the Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2016.

Procedure for Obtaining PRO Authorization

The procedure for obtaining PRO authorization from the CPCB is as follows:

  • The applicant should prepare an application form in the prescribed format (Form 1B) along with a declaration and an undertaking that the information provided is true and correct and that the applicant will comply with the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2016 and the guidelines issued by the CPCB.
  • The applicant should prepare an EPR plan containing the detailed plan of the applicant for achieving the EPR targets set by the CPCB for the producers for whom the PRO will take the responsibility of collecting and channelizing the e-waste. The EPR plan should also contain the details of the collection mechanism, the channelization mechanism, the documentation mechanism, the record-keeping mechanism, the reporting mechanism and the verification mechanism to be adopted by the applicant. The EPR plan should be prepared as per the guidelines and formats issued by the CPCB.
  • The applicant should submit the application form, the EPR plan and the relevant documents and information to the CPCB along with the application fee of Rs. 1 lakh.
  • The CPCB will validate and evaluate the application and the documents and information submitted by the applicant and will give feedback, comments and suggestions to the applicant within 60 days of the receipt of the application.
  • The applicant should respond to the feedback, comments and suggestions of the CPCB and should make the necessary changes or modifications in the application or the documents or the information as required by the CPCB.
  • The CPCB will appraise the revised application and the documents and information submitted by the applicant and will give a recommendation on whether the PRO authorization should be granted or not within 30 days of the receipt of the revised application.
  • The CPCB will grant the PRO authorization to the applicant after recording the reasons for such a decision in writing. The PRO authorization will be valid for a period of five years from the date of issue or as specified by the CPCB.
  • The CPCB will issue a certificate of registration to the applicant along with a draft summary of the product’s characteristics, the package leaflet, and the proposed text for the packaging.

Cancellation / Validity / Renewal of the PRO Authorization

The cancellation, validity and renewal of the service involved in PRO authorization are as follows:

1: Cancellation:

The CPCB may cancel the PRO authorization granted to the applicant if it is found that the applicant has violated any of the terms and conditions of the PRO authorization or has furnished false or misleading information or documents or has concealed any material fact or information. The CPCB may also cancel the PRO authorization granted to the applicant if it is found that the applicant has failed to achieve the EPR targets or has failed to comply with the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2016 or the guidelines issued by the CPCB. The CPCB may cancel the PRO authorization after giving a reasonable opportunity of being heard to the applicant and after recording the reasons for such action in writing. The CPCB may also impose a penalty or take any other legal action against the applicant for such violation or misrepresentation or concealment.

2: Validity:

The PRO authorization granted to the applicant is valid for a period of five years from the date of issue or as specified by the CPCB. The validity of the PRO authorization is subject to the satisfactory performance and compliance of the applicant with respect to the EPR plan, the collection mechanism, the channelization mechanism, the documentation mechanism, the record keeping mechanism, the reporting mechanism and the verification mechanism.

3: Renewal:

The applicant may apply for the renewal of this authorization at least six months before the expiry of the validity period of the PRO authorization. The applicant has to submit the application for renewal along with the relevant documents and information and the processing fee to the CPCB. The CPCB may renew the PRO authorization after appraising the application and the documents and information submitted by the applicant and after ensuring that the applicant has achieved the EPR targets and has complied with the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2016 and the guidelines issued by the CPCB. The CPCB may renew the PRO authorization for a further period of five years or as specified by the CPCB.

Mandatory Compliance after getting PRO Authorization

The applicant is required to comply with the following mandatory requirements attached with the service of obtaining PRO authorization:

  • The applicant should comply with all the terms and conditions of the PRO authorization granted by the CPCB and should implement the EPR plan, the collection mechanism, the channelization mechanism, the documentation mechanism, the record-keeping mechanism, the reporting mechanism and the verification mechanism as per the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2016 and the guidelines issued by the CPCB.
  • The applicant should comply with all the applicable laws and regulations related to the e-waste management and should obtain and maintain the consent to establish or the consent to operate or the authorization or the registration or the license or any other document that indicates the approval of the concerned regulatory authority for the collection and channelization of e-waste.
  • The applicant should conduct regular monitoring of the e-waste parameters and should submit periodic reports on the e-waste performance and compliance to the CPCB or the State Pollution Control Boards or the Pollution Control Committees or the concerned regulatory authority as per the prescribed frequency and format.
  • The applicant should conduct annual verification or validation of the e-waste performance and compliance by the CPCB or the State Pollution Control Boards or the Pollution Control Committees or any other authority and should submit the verification or validation report to the CPCB or the State Pollution Control Boards or the Pollution Control Committees or the concerned regulatory authority as per the prescribed frequency and format.
  • The applicant should display the PRO authorization and the verification or validation report or the e-waste statement or the e-waste performance report or the e-waste compliance report or any other document that indicates the performance and compliance of the applicant with respect to the e-waste management at a conspicuous place at the office of the applicant or the website of the applicant or the CPCB.
  • The applicant should cooperate with the inspection or verification or audit or investigation or inquiry or enforcement or adjudication or litigation or arbitration or mediation or conciliation or any other process or action initiated by the CPCB or the State Pollution Control Boards or the Pollution Control Committees or the concerned regulatory authority or the court or the tribunal or any other competent authority with respect to the e-waste management and should provide all the necessary information and documents and should implement all the directions or orders or decisions or awards or settlements or agreements or any other outcomes of such process or action.

FAQs

Pro authorization refers to the advanced level of access granted to authorized users, allowing them to utilize premium features or perform privileged actions within a system..

This authorization provides extended permissions beyond standard access, offering users more advanced functionalities and control within a given platform or application.

Pro authorization is designed for users with specific roles, responsibilities, or requirements that demand elevated access levels, such as administrators, managers, or power users.

Pro authorization offers enhanced capabilities, increased control over settings, and access to premium features, enabling users to make more significant contributions or manage advanced aspects of a system.

Pro authorization is usually managed through an administrative interface or a designated access control system, where authorized personnel can assign, modify, or revoke pro-level permissions.

Yes, pro authorization is often configurable, allowing administrators to tailor access levels based on specific user roles, ensuring a finely tuned security and functionality balance.

Security is paramount with the authorization. It’s crucial to implement robust authentication measures, regularly audit permissions, and employ encryption to safeguard sensitive data accessed through pro-level accounts.

Pro authorization is typically granted by administrators or through an approval process. Likewise, revocation can be done by administrators based on changes in user roles or security requirements.

Yes, some systems allow administrators to set time-limited pro authorization, providing temporary elevated access for specific tasks or projects.

Training is often recommended for users with pro authorization to ensure they understand the extended functionalities and responsibilities associated with their elevated access.

In the event of a breach, immediate action is essential. This may involve suspending the pro authorization, investigating the breach, and implementing additional security measures to prevent further unauthorized access

Yes, many systems support integration with SSO solutions, streamlining the authentication process and ensuring a consistent and secure user experience across platforms.

Absolutely. Depending on the industry and regulatory environment, pro authorization processes must align with compliance standards to safeguard sensitive information and maintain data integrity.

Monitoring tools are often in place to track and log pro authorization activities in real-time, allowing administrators to promptly detect and respond to any unusual or unauthorized actions.

Pro authorization systems are designed with scalability in mind, allowing them to accommodate the growing needs of an organization by easily adding or adjusting pro-level access for new users or expanding functionalities.

This authorization empowers users with advanced tools and features, streamlining workflows and enabling them to accomplish tasks more efficiently, ultimately contributing to increased productivity and effectiveness.

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