Professor Michael Greenstone, Milton Friedman Distinguished Service Professor in Economics at the University of Chicago, visited the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB) and held an engaging and insightful discussion with the Hon’ble Chairman and the Member Secretary. During the meeting, Prof. Greenstone appreciated the progress made by Maharashtra in implementing the Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) and discussed its potential as a scalable, market-based instrument for improving air quality. The discussions also explored opportunities for advanced research collaborations, particularly the use of machine learning and data-driven tools to predict environmental compliance violations—an initiative that would be a first of its kind in Maharashtra. Following this, Prof. Greenstone and the Member Secretary exchanged views on various prospective collaborative projects and shared a lighter, informal conversation on common interests, including reading and books. As a gesture of goodwill, the Member Secretary presented Prof. Greenstone with a copy of Blue Ocean Strategy, reflecting the shared emphasis on innovative and forward-looking approaches to policy and governance. The visit marked a valuable exchange of ideas and reinforced MPCB’s commitment to adopting innovative, research-backed solutions for environmental management in the state.
Felicitation of Sh M Devender Singh IAS,Member Secretary MPCB. On 12th Oct, Hon Chief Justice of India Justice Bhushan Ramakrishna Gavai felicitates the Member Secretary for completing the Mandangadh court complex in record time and effectively coordinating with all agencies and apprising the Hon Bombay High Court regularly. Hon Chief Minister of MH Sh Devendra Fadnavis and Hon Dy CM Sh Eknath Shinde were also present during the occasion.
The Consul General of Japan in Mumbai, Mr. Koji Yagi-san, visited the Board’s headquarters for a high-level meeting. This visit is set to provide global momentum to Maharashtra’s environmental conservation initiatives. Under the visionary leadership of MPCB Chairman Shri. Siddhesh Kadam ji and Member Secretary Shri. M. Devender Singh ji (IAS), a significant step has been taken toward fostering cooperation between Japan and MPCB for environmental protection. This collaboration aims to effectively address pollution challenges by integrating advanced Japanese technology with expertise. An MOU was signed between Osaka City Environment Bureau and the MPCB at MPCB Hq. The event was attended by Mr. Shunsuke Kawabe (Manager, Environment Bureau, Osaka City Government Japan), Ms. Akiko Doi (Senior Programme Officer, International Cooperation Division, Global Environment Centre Japan), Mr. Tomoya Motoda (Senior Programe Officer, International Cooperation Division, Global Environment Centre Japan), Ms. Nakajima Nao, Ms. Chika Kataoka, Mr. Shunichi Honda, Mr. Anshuman Basu, and senior officials from the MPCB.
Professor Michael Greenstone University of Chicago from the USA visited MPCB to discuss the emission trading scheme and the Use of AI for regulatory enforcement.
Committee meeting for identifying the white category of industries for ease of doing business
Visit of the committee to the Pollution Control Boards of Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan, and Gujarat to study the timeline reduction for consent management.
Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB) organized a State-Level Conference on “Circular Economy for Sustainable Development in Maharashtra” at Navi Mumbai. The conference was inaugurated by Hon’ble Member Secretary Shri M. Devender Singh (IAS). Dr. Rajendra Rajput Assistant Secretary (Technical), Shri. Satish Padwal Joint Director (APC), Shri. Sanjay Bhuskute Public Relations Officer, Shri. Nandkumar Gurav (Technical Advisor), along with other officials and staff members, graced the occasion with their august presence. Representatives from various industry associations, officials of the Material Recycling Association of India, environmental experts, researchers, and industry representatives, were also present.
The Maharashtra Pollution Control Board and the Aadhar Ability Foundation collaborated to host a training that demonstrated and provided information on how to use first aid and CPR to save lives in cardiac arrest.
In the "National Conference on Circular Economy and Sustainability" Bengaluru organised by the KPCB, Govt of Karnataka on 18th Nov 2025. Hon’ble Shri. M. Devender Singh (IAS), Member Secretary, Maharashtra Pollution Control Board, delivered an insightful presentation MPCB’s efforts in recycling Sector. During the event, Hon’ble Dr. Shalini Rajneesh IAS, Chief Secretary Karnataka State, appreciated the efforts of Maharashtra State for setting up separate Recycling Parks State.
Plastic Recycling Show Conference 2025 The exhibition featuring advanced technologies and machinery for single-use plastic recycling was formally inaugurated by Hon. Shri Siddhesh Ji Kadam.
MPCB GreenMind AI Chatbot Launch 2025 The “GreenMind AI Chatbot,” an advanced chatbot designed to provide accurate responses to queries related to environmental regulations and permissions, was formally inaugurated by Hon. Shri Siddhesh Ji Kadam, Chairman of the Board, and Hon. Shri Devender Ji Singh, Member Secretary.
Kartiki Chi Wari, Pandharichya Dari 2025 On the occasion of Kartiki Ekadashi, the event “Kartiki Chi Wari, Pandharichya Dari” was organized in Pandharpur. The programme was inaugurated by Hon. Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Ji Shinde.
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5th June World Environment Day Conference in Hotel Taj Land.
5th June World Environment Day Celebration in Mantralaya - Single Use Plastic Public Awareness Campaign.
5th of June World Environment Day at Girgaon Chaupati - Beach Clean Up Drive.
