Meteorology & Waste Management

Waste Management Facility License

Overview

The service is issued to businesses/entities that operate facilities such as landfill  incinerator, waste-water treatment plants, waste Recovery/salvage facilities (Transfer stations, scrap metal yards, waste bailing sites etc.) and waste recycling facilities (Scrap yard, used oil, paper, plastic, glass, etc.). This license is valid for one year and therefore requires renewal annually.

Who is eligible?

Citizen and Non-Citizen.

How do I get this service?

Download, complete and submit Waste Management Facility License application form to the Department of Waste Management & Pollution Control Offices.

What supporting documents are required?
  • Location map and site plan.
  • Environmental Assessment Report (Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) or Environmental monitoring procedure (Emp) or Environmental Management Plan (EMP), (Client to provide one of these documents with recommendation from DEA)).
  • Operation plan.
  • Certificate of Incorporation
  • Lease agreement or title deed with site map
  • Land use authorisation from local authorities (Zoning Permit)
  • Environmental Health report
  • Record keeping procedures
  • Facility closure or rehabilitation plan
How long will this service take?

Ten (10) working days.

Related Documents
Waste Management Act (379.12 KB)
Related Forms
Waste Facility License Application Form (663.04 KB)
Theme for this service
Meteorology & Waste Management
How much does it cost?

BWP 1000.00 licensing fee (charged per vehicle).

Meta tags

Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana

Keywords

Waste Management, Facility, License, landfill  incinerator, waste-water treatment plants, waste Recovery, salvage facilities ,Transfer stations, scrap metal yards, waste bailing sites, waste recycling facilities, Scrap yard, used oil, paper, plastic, glass

 

Synonyms

Waste Management, Facility, License, landfill  incinerator, waste-water treatment plants, waste Recovery, salvage facilities ,Transfer stations, scrap metal yards, waste bailing sites, waste recycling facilities, Scrap yard, used oil, paper, plastic, glass

 

Ministry submitting this Service
Ministry of Environment and Tourism

Transboundary Movement Of Waste Permit

Overview

It is a permit that outlines guidelines and regulations that guides the public and businesses alike when working, managing or transporting hazardous waste.

Who is eligible?

Citizens and non-citizens Business.

How do I get this service?

Download, complete and submit Transboundary permit form to the Department of Waste Management and Pollution control.

What supporting documents are required?
  • Service agreement with disposer from importing country (Written agreement between the waste generator and waste recipient)
  • Liability insurance from a local insurance company
  • Motivational letter by the applicant stating reasons for export
  • Certificate /licenses of the receiving disposal facility
  • Material Safety Data Sheet
How long will this service take?

Fifteen (15) working days.

Related Documents
Waste Management Act (379.12 KB)
Export of hazardous waste SOP (32.19 KB)
Related Forms
Transboundary permit form (1.2 MB)
Theme for this service
Meteorology & Waste Management
How much does it cost?

BWP 1000.00 licensing fee (charged per vehicle).

Meta tags

Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana,

Keywords

Transboundary movement, Waste permit , Transboundary

 

Synonyms

Transboundary movement, Waste permit

Ministry submitting this Service
Ministry of Environment and Tourism

Licensing and Registration of Private Operators Meteorological Stations

Overview

Licensing, registration and monitoring of persons or institutions wishing to operate Private Meteorological Stations.

Who is eligible?

Citizens and non-citizens.

How do I get this service?

Download, complete and submit a Licensing and registration of private operators of meteorological service application form to the Department of Meteorological Services.

What supporting documents are required?
  • Citizen- certified copies of  national identity card (Omang)
  • Non-citizen- certified copies of  valid passport
  • Submit general company documents (valid trade license, valid tax clearance certificate, certificate of incorporation, VAT Registration letter and declaration form)
  • Completed site survey form
How long will this service take?

Thirty (30) working days.

Where can I obtain this service?

Department of Meteorological Services

Plot No. 54216, Corner of Metsimotlhaba/Maaloso Roads

P.O.Box 10100

Gaborone

Botswana

Tel. (+267) 3956281/3612200

Fax. (+267) 3956282

Tel:  (+267) 3612200 

Opening Hours: 07:30 to 12:45 and 13:45 to 16:30 Monday to Friday, except public holidays.

Theme for this service
Meteorology & Waste Management
How much does it cost?

No cost.

Meta tags

Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana.

 

Keywords

Licensing, registration, Private Operators ,Meteorological Services.

Synonyms

Licensing, registration, Private Operators ,Meteorological Services.

Ministry submitting this Service
Ministry of Environment and Tourism

Waste Carrier License

Overview

Waste carrier licence is a permit issued for a vehicle that meets the requirements for transportation of the specific waste that to carry, that is:

  • General waste (Domestic or commercial, non-hazardous solid waste,)
  • Hazardous waste (Untreated medical waste, batteries, used oil and others)

Other non-hazardous waste that is neither general nor hazardous waste (scrap metal, crushed tins, bottles, paper and plastic).

Who is eligible?

Citizens and Non-Citizens eighteen (18) years and above.

How do I get this service?
  • Download, complete and submit the Waste Carrier Application Form to the Department of Waste Management and Pollution Control
  • Bring vehicle for inspection
  • Licence will be issued in person
What supporting documents are required?
  • Receipt of payment of licensing fee
  • Company Certificate of Incorporation (certified copy)
  • Vehicle Registration Book (certified copy)
  • BA permit (certified copy)
  • Affidavit or sworn statement that the registered owner of the vehicle has leased it to the applicant (if not registered under the applicant)
  • PrDp – Hazardous (certified copy)
  • Training certificate(s) on at least one of the following undergone by members;
  • Both Fire Fighting & First Aid (certified copies) OR
  • Safety, Health & Environment (certified copy) OR
  • Occupational Health & Safety (certified copy)
  • Accident response plan – Detailing procedures to be followed in case of an accident or emergency occurrence during transportation.
  • Authorisation from the final disposer (e.g. council’s authorization for disposal by incineration at the landfill)
How long will this service take?

Within five (5) working days after the vehicle has passed inspection.

Related Documents
Waste Management Act (379.12 KB)
Related Forms
WASTE CARRIER LICENSE APPLICATION FORM (355.02 KB)
Theme for this service
Meteorology & Waste Management
How much does it cost?

BWP 110.00 licensing fee (charged per vehicle).

Meta tags

Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana.

Keywords

Waste Carrier License. Transportation, General waste; Hazardous waste.

Synonyms

Waste Carrier License. Transportation, General waste; Hazardous waste.

Ministry submitting this Service
Ministry of Environment and Tourism
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