Enlisted below are the major function:
- Implement the provisions of Environment Protection Act and the rules and regulations made there under
- Prepare and establish the Punjab Environmental Quality Standards with approval of the Council and Enforcement
- Take measures to promote research and development of science and technology which may contribute to the prevention of pollution, protection of the environment and sustainable development
- Identify the needs for, and initiate legislation in various sectors of the Environment
- Provide information and guidance to the public on environmental matters
- Specify safeguards for the prevention of accidents and disasters which may cause pollution
- Encourage the formation and working of non-government, community and village organizations to prevent and control pollution and promote sustainable development
- Take all necessary measures for protection, conservation, rehabilitation and improvement of the environment, and for prevention and control of pollution