The UK’s environmental law and permitting regulations are among the most intricate and demanding in the world. With over 400 primary pieces of environmental legislation, alongside numerous secondary regulations, technical standards, and guidance documents, navigating the UK's environmental regulatory framework has become a major challenge for environmental leaders.
This certified program is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the UK’s environmental laws, permitting regulations, and compliance requirements, equipping you with the expertise needed to manage environmental risks and regulatory obligations effectively. You will gain in-depth knowledge of the UK's core environmental legislation, including the Environment Act 2021, the Environmental Permitting (England and Wales) Regulations 2016, the Water Resources Act 1991, and sector-specific regulatory frameworks, offering participants a well-rounded and practical foundation for ensuring legal compliance and operational excellence.
Participants will also be immersed in the technical aspects of the UK's permitting system, learning how to navigate the requirements for waste management, emissions control, water discharge consents, and habitat conservation obligations. Throughout the program, participants will learn how to interpret complex permit conditions, manage regulatory inspections, and implement robust compliance strategies to avoid enforcement actions. This program will also explore enforcement trends, including civil sanctions, criminal liability, and penalties for environmental breaches, enabling you to proactively mitigate legal risks and respond to regulatory inspections confidently.
Additionally, this program will cover the emerging environmental obligations around Net Zero targets, biodiversity net gain, climate risk reporting, and sustainability reporting obligations, ensuring that you are well-prepared for the future of environmental compliance in the UK.
Upon successful completion of the program, you will be awarded the Certification in UK Environmental Law and Compliance. This certification will enhance your professional credentials, demonstrate your expertise in managing regulatory risks, strengthen your organization’s compliance frameworks, and implement legally sound environmental strategies. With lifelong validity, the certification serves as a testament to your commitment to ensuring environmental compliance, operational safety, and sustainable business practices in an increasingly regulated world.
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This program will entitle you:
Download Brochure Pricing & Registration- Experience 2 days of instructor-led live program and gain in-depth insights into the full spectrum of UK environmental compliance, covering core Environmental Permitting Regulations (EPR) as well as advanced reporting requirements under the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) and the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD).
- Attain the industry-recognized Certification in UK Environmental Law and Compliance. This certification will offer a testament to your extensive experience in environmental compliance and managing environmental legislation in the UK.
- Develop thorough understanding of how to classify, apply for, and manage environmental permits across various sectors, including compliance with site-specific permit thresholds, lifecycle management, and renewal procedures in accordance with the Environmental Permitting Regulations (EPR) 2016 framework.
- Learn to efficiently navigate inspections and enforcement actions, avoid costly penalties, and future-proof your organization by effectively embedding sustainable practices and meeting the highest legal and reporting standards.
- For inquiries, chat with our Program Advisors at advisor@charteredcertifications.com or call us at
- Singapore and Asia Pacific: +65 6716 9980
- Australia and New Zealand: +61 3 9909 7310
- UK, Europe and Middle East: +44 (020) 335 57898
- USA: +1 888 745 8875
Accreditations
This program is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Professional Certifications, which maintains the governing standards for all professionals who have completed this program.
The content of this program has been fully certified and accredited by CPD Certification Service as conforming to Continuing Professional Principles. CPD is the leading independent CPD accreditation institution operating across industry sectors to complement the Continuing Professional Development policies of professional institutes and academic bodies. The CPD Certification Service provides support, advice and recognized independent CPD accreditation compatible with global CPD principles.
What Can You Expect From This Live Program
Environmental permitting in the UK is crucial for safeguarding natural resources, covering waste operations, industrial emissions, and water discharges. The Environment Agency alone issues over 10,000 permitting applications annually, with categories ranging from low risk to bespoke, site-specific assessments. Despite this robust system, studies reveal significant regulatory overlap and evolving permit requirements, making the compliance process technically demanding for most regulated sectors.
This certified program will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the UK’s complex and evolving environmental law landscape, including critical legislation, permitting frameworks, and compliance obligations across sectors. You will gain mastery of the EPR regulations, the Environment Act 2021, the Climate Change Act, and key reporting frameworks such as the SECR, ESOS, TCFD, and the emerging TNFD.
You will acquire practical skills in applying for, managing, and renewing environmental permits; conducting site-specific risk assessments; managing air, water, and soil emissions; and ensuring compliance with legal thresholds and monitoring obligations. The program places special emphasis on biodiversity reporting under CSRD, integrating BAT techniques, managing contaminated land under Part 2A of the Environmental Protection Act, and meeting climate-related disclosure requirements.
Additionally, this program will prepare you to navigate complex interactions between regulatory bodies, improve internal environmental management systems, and lead sustainability-aligned reporting and compliance strategies. You will engage in real-world case studies, and receive exclusive guidance on working with regulators, maintaining documentation, and preventing enforcement actions. Topics such as waste hierarchy, effluent discharge compliance, SECR/ESOS audit readiness, and net zero implementation will further enhance your operational capability and legal fluency.
Upon successful completion of the program, you will attain the Certification in UK Environmental Law and Compliance, enhancing your professional credentials and showcasing your expertise in safeguarding your organization against legal risks, future-proofing compliance strategies, and supporting your journey towards net zero. Globally demanded and recognized, this industry-recognized certification holds lifelong validity and will offer a testament to your expertise and commitment to excellence in the environmental management field.
Key Skills You Will Gain
- Environmental Permitting Navigation
- Regulatory Compliance Management
- BAT Reference Implementation
- Environmental Risk Assessment
- Climate Disclosure Reporting
- Climate Change Agreements (CCAs)
- Environmental Impact Assessment
- TCFD Framework Application
- TCFD Reporting
- TNFD Nature-Based Disclosures
- ESOS Energy Auditing
- ESOS Reporting
- Biodiversity Net Gain Compliance
- Waste Management Hierarchy
- Air Quality Monitoring
- Water Pollution Control
- Soil Contamination Remediation
- Science-Based Targets Methodology
- Net-Zero Strategy Development
- SECR Carbon Reporting
- Environmental Enforcement Defense
- Permit Variation Procedures
- Regulatory Body Communication
- Environmental Management Systems (EMS)
- Environmental Policy Development
- CSRD Biodiversity Indicators
- Industrial Emissions Directive (IED)
- Emission Limit Values (ELV) Compliance
- Part 2A EPA Contaminated Land Duties
Your Faculty Director
Baishakhi Sengupta is a highly accomplished professional with an impressive two-decade tenure in the field of sustainability. With extensive expertise as an Accredited Lead Auditor of ISO50001 (BSI) & ISO14001 (IEMA), she brings a profound and diverse range of knowledge, complemented by strong analytical abilities. Baishakhi is widely acknowledged as a subject matter expert in her domain, as evidenced by her extensive portfolio of published case studies, showcasing exemplary ISO systems and best practices.
Throughout her career, Baishakhi consistently exhibits her proficiency in developing and implementing tailor-made environmental management systems, particularly focusing on the ISO14001 standard. Her exceptional aptitude in strategic scenario planning and asset risk management consistently delivers tangible value to numerous enterprises. Her illustrious professional background includes working with esteemed organizations such as the United Nations, leading manufacturing industries, and reputable firms like KPMG.
Certified UK Environmental Law, Permitting Regulations and Compliance Program Agenda
How You Will Benefit
- Master UK Environmental Legislation: Develop a strong foundation in the key statutes governing pollution control, conservation, and environmental protection in the UK.
- Navigate Environmental Permitting Regulations (EPR): Gain practical knowledge of permit types, application procedures, variations, and renewals for regulated activities.
- Interface with Regulatory Bodies: Learn how to effectively communicate and engage with the Environment Agency and other regulatory authorities.
- Identify Permit Requirements: Understand how to determine which activities require permits and how to tailor applications for compliance.
- Ensure Record-Keeping and Monitoring: Acquire essential skills in maintaining environmental documentation, monitoring emissions, and preparing audit-ready reports.
- Apply Emission Standards: Gain clarity on emission limit values, pollutant thresholds, and compliance benchmarks for air and water discharges.
- Manage Soil and Land Contamination: Understand remediation duties under Part 2A of the Environmental Protection Act and contaminated land identification.
- Address Biodiversity Obligations: Understand biodiversity compliance under UK law and emerging global frameworks like the EU CSRD.
- Integrate TNFD Disclosures: Learn how to implement the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures into organizational reporting practices.
- Comply with the Climate Change Act: Develop a strategic understanding of UK-wide climate targets and how to align your organization with these goals.
Certification in UK Environmental Law and Compliance
Upon successfully attending this program, you will be awarded with the Certification in UK Environmental Law and Compliance that can be used in your resume, CV and other professional credentials. This certification is industry-recognized with lifelong validity.
Globally demanded and recognized, this certification will amplify your professional qualifications and demonstrate your expertise in navigating UK environmental law, ensuring compliance with permitting regulations, and implementing effective environmental management strategies, setting you apart as highly valued and sought-after professional in environmental management. Developed by Chartered Institute of Professional Certifications, the content of this program has been independently accredited by CPD Certification Service as adhering to the highest standards of continuing professional principles.
Pricing & Registration
United Kingdom
Dates: 29 - 30 Jan 2026
Venue: Online Executive Program (via Zoom)
Time: 9:00am - 4:30pm Greenwich Mean Time (GMT)
| Early Bird Packages | Regular Pricing | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| By 17 Nov 2025 | By 29 Dec 2025 | After 29 Dec 2025 | |
| UK Delegates | GBP 1,095 | GBP 1,295 | GBP 1,395 |
Group Discount: 2nd participant get 10%, or register 3 participants and 4th participant get a complimentary seat (1 discount scheme applies)
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You can download our program brochure below. If you have any inquiries on this program, please contact our Program Advisor at advisor@charteredcertifications.com or call us at:
- Singapore and Asia Pacific: +65 6716 9980
- Australia and New Zealand: +61 3 9909 7310
- UK, Europe and Middle East: +44 (020) 335 57898
- USA: +1 888 745 8875
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