About this agriculture scheme
The scheme "Scheme of Assistance for Common Environment Infrastructure" under the Gujarat Industrial Policy aims to provide incentives for environmental compliance to ensure long-term economic and ecological balance.
The scheme "Scheme of Assistance for Common Environment Infrastructure" is an umbrella scheme launched by the Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat under the Gujarat Industrial Policy. Effective from August 7th, 2020 to August 6th, 2025, it aims to boost industrial growth through financial assistance, modern technologies, and enhanced facilities for industrial parks and clusters.
The component “Financial Assistance for Common Environmental Infrastructure Facilities” aims to support industries and organizations in establishing and upgrading environmental management infrastructure. It provides financial aid for projects that promote pollution control, waste management, and environmental sustainability.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Scheme of Assistance for Common Environment Infrastructure: Financial Assistance for Common Environmental Infrastructure Facilities (SACEIEIF) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Industries and Mines Department |
| Launch year | 2020 |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Agriculture |
| Level / State | State · Gujarat |
| Official portal | ic.gujarat.gov.in (see References at the end) |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Infra |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Age | 18 to 60 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 18 to 60 years
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- General Projects: Up to 40% financial assistance, with a maximum limit of Rs. 50,00,00,000/-.
- Government Projects: Assistance up to 80% for Government Departments, Agencies, PSUs, and Boards, with a Rs. 50,00,00,000/-.
- Co-Funding with GoI: Total assistance from GoI + GoG is limited to 75%, with 25% contribution from the institution.
Who qualifies
- Industries association / Any Enterprise (except for captive use) or firm which is registered under Societies Act, Trust Act or under the Companies Act.; or GIDC/Board/ Corporations / Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) / PSU / Municipal Corporation / Nagarpalika / Urban Development Authority etc.
- The project must comply with Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF) & Gujarat Pollution Control Board (GPCB) regulations.
- The project must remain operational for a minimum of 5 years post-completion.
Who is not eligible
- The Project availing incentives under this scheme will not be entitled to avail incentives under any other scheme of the State Government for the same component, unless specified otherwise. However, the project will be eligible to avail incentives available under schemes of Government of India or any other institutions.
- The following investments are not eligible for financial assistance:
- Land purchase
- Land development
- Preliminary expenses
- Pre-operative expenses
- Consultancy fees
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Registration walkthrough
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Step 1: Prepare a Detailed Project Report (DPR).
Step 2: Fill out the prescribed application form.
Step 3: Submit the application with the required documents to the Industries Commissionerate.
Step 4: Await evaluation and approval from the State Level Empowered Committee. If approved, assistance will be disbursed in phases based on project progress.
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Important dates
| Launch / start | 07 Aug 2020 |
|---|
Terms used in this scheme
- Common Environment Infrastructure Facilities
Common Environment Infrastructure Facilities means facilities created by the institution in the area of environment protection for the use of members of the institution or for the use of industrial enterprises/public.
- Eligible Fixed Capital Investment
Eligible fixed capital investment means the capital investment made in the Building, New Plant & Machinery and Utilities, other related infrastructure required for the project of CEI as approved by State Level Empowered Committee (SLEC).
- Eligible Project/facilities for Common Environment Infrastructure
- Common Effluent Treatment Facilities:
- New Common Effluent Treatment Plant (CETP) including collection, storage, and treatment of effluent.
- Augmentation and/or technology upgradation of existing CETPs.
- Conveyance pipeline for safe disposal of treated effluent.
- Recycling of treated wastewater for industrial and other uses.
- Common Waste Treatment & Recycling Systems:
- Common Spray Drying system for effluent.
- Common Multiple Effect Evaporator, Mechanical Vapor Recompression Evaporation (MVRE), etc.
- Common Reverse Osmosis (RO) Plant.
- Common Drum Decontamination Facility.
- Environmental Monitoring & Automation:
- Automation of the existing facility.
- Installation of monitoring systems for contamination of water, air, land, and noise in the ambient environment.
- Online continuous water monitoring and/or Air Emission Monitoring System with connectivity to the GPCB Server.
- Common Waste Management Projects:
- Common Waste Management Infrastructure Projects, including Treatment, Storage, and Disposal Facility (TSDF).
- Incinerators for hazardous waste and concentrated effluent.
- Waste collection, pre-preparation, processing, and treatment facilities for co-processing in power and steel industries.
- Recovery, reuse, and recycling of waste from CETP and TSDF by industries association.
- Plasma thermal destruction/treatment/waste-to-energy facility.
- Specialized Recovery & Recycling Facilities:
- Common Solvent Recovery Plant.
- Common Spent Acid Recovery Plant.
- Use of gypsum through an established environment-friendly technology.
- Use of iron sludge through an established environment-friendly technology.
- Recovery of waste from E-waste, Electroplating Waste, and Photography Waste.
- Recycling facilities for hazardous waste generated during ship-breaking activities.
- Waste recycling plants to create useful products/by-products, such as vermicompost and handmade paper from paper mill waste.
- PET bottle recycling using indigenous waste.
- Other Approved Environmental Management Projects:
- Any other environmental management project as approved by SLEC.
Frequently asked questions
What is the objective of the "Scheme of Assistance for Common Environment Infrastructure"?
The scheme "Scheme of Assistance for Common Environment Infrastructure" under the Gujarat Industrial Policy aims to provide incentives for environmental compliance to ensure long-term economic and ecological balance.
What is the objective of the "Financial Assistance for Common Environmental Infrastructure Facilities" component?
The scheme aims to provide financial support for the establishment and upgradation of environmental infrastructure to promote pollution control, waste management, and sustainable industrial practices.
Who can apply for financial assistance under this scheme?
Industries, industrial associations, government agencies, public sector undertakings (PSUs), and other eligible institutions involved in environmental management can apply for assistance.
What types of projects are eligible for assistance under this scheme?
Eligible projects include Common Effluent Treatment Plants (CETPs), waste recycling plants, hazardous waste incinerators, solvent recovery units, environmental monitoring systems, and other approved environmental infrastructure projects.
What is the maximum financial assistance available under this scheme?
The scheme provides assistance of up to 40% of the eligible fixed capital investment, with a maximum limit of Rs. 50,00,00,000/-. For government projects, assistance can go up to 80%, subject to approval.
Can a project receive financial assistance from both the State Government and the Central Government?
Yes, if a project qualifies for assistance under a Central Government scheme, the total assistance (GoI + GoG) is limited to 75%, with the remaining 25% to be borne by the applicant.
What kind of expenses are considered eligible for financial assistance?
Expenses incurred on fixed capital investment such as land, plant, machinery, technology upgradation, automation, and infrastructure development are eligible for assistance under this scheme.
Are there any restrictions on availing assistance under other state government schemes?
Yes, projects receiving assistance under this scheme cannot avail incentives from any other state government scheme for the same component unless specified otherwise. However, they can receive incentives under schemes of the Government of India or other institutions.
What happens if an applicant fails to comply with environmental regulations?
If an institution violates environmental laws or conditions set by the Gujarat Pollution Control Board (GPCB), the government may take over the project, restructure the board, or recover the financial assistance as arrears of land revenue with an 8% interest rate.
How long does an approved project need to remain operational?
The project must remain operational for a minimum of 5 years after its commencement to ensure sustainable environmental benefits.
What are the reporting requirements for an approved project?
Institutions must submit quarterly progress reports, data on project operations, and utilization certificates for the assistance disbursed by the government.
Is it mandatory for an institution to obtain ISO-14001 certification?
Yes, the institution must obtain ISO-14001 certification within two years after project completion and ensure its periodic renewal.
How is the financial assistance disbursed?
Up to 95% of the sanctioned amount is reimbursed based on eligible expenditure and assets created, while the remaining 5% is disbursed after submission of a project completion certificate and ISO-14001 certification.
References and official sources
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- Guidelines (PDF) ic.gujarat.gov.in
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