Polluters will pay a fine of 639.6 million tenge according to the given report.
In the heart of Kazakhstan, the North Caspian region has been grappling with an air pollution issue, with the third and fourth quarters of 2023 and the first and second quarters of 2024 seeing significant emissions exceeding the set standards. The Environmental Prosecutor's Office has been conducting constant oversight in this area, and their recent investigations have uncovered air pollution by TOO "Tengizchevroil".
The company's emissions, which constitute a gross violation of environmental law, amounted to 49.3 tons of pollutants. A concerning 4.9 tons of these emissions were released without the necessary permits, highlighting a disregard for the regulations designed to protect the environment.
Following a court decision, TOO "Tengizchevroil" was fined 639.6 million tenge for these violations. This penalty comes after a previous fine of 3.6 billion tenge, which the company had received for similar infractions.
Air pollution in the region is a pressing issue, with the General Prosecutor's Office of Kazakhstan confirming the pollution and expressing concern. However, the search results do not provide information about the leader of TOO "Tengizchevroil" in connection with these air pollution inspections and penalties.
As the region continues to battle with air pollution, it is crucial that companies adhere to environmental laws and regulations to ensure the safety and health of the community and the environment. The Environmental Prosecutor's Office will continue to exercise constant oversight to ensure compliance and protect the environment.
