Consent for Establishment (CFE), also referred to as Consent to Establish (CTE), is a No Objection Certificate accorded to industries that control the release of air emissions, wastewater, and noise levels from theirindustrial activities. It is a mandatory requirement for businesses, projects, and facilities that have the potential to cause environmental pollution. The issuance of this document, also known as a No Objection Certificate (NOC), is the responsibility of the State Pollution Control Board (SPCB) or Pollution Control Committee (PCC). The SPCB/PCC is authorised by the Water and Air Act to regulate such establishments within their jurisdiction. They categorise the NOCs into three types: red, orange, and green. Although some states have a list of exempted activities, informing the concerned Board by applying is still necessary. Entrepreneurs must apply for Consent for Establishment (CFE)and provide all the relevant documents before establishing their facility. Once the construction and setup of the unit are completed, they will require final Consent to Operate (CTO) to begin operations.