Streamlining the NSW regulatory framework for managing industrial chemicals; Converting EHC licences to environment protection licences

Building on our work to protect the environment and human health from waste pollution

Streamlining the NSW regulatory framework for managing industrial chemicals; Converting EHC licences to environment protection licences

Under its Climate Change Policy and Action Plan, the EPA is taking further action to help the NSW Government achieve its greenhouse gas emission reduction targets. From 20 May until 1 July 2024, the EPA consulted on the draft Climate Change Assessment Requirements and draft Greenhouse Gas Assessment Guide for Large Emitters.

The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA), in partnership with the Aboriginal Peoples Knowledge Group has identified 3 initial legislative reform proposals to incorporate the value of Aboriginal cultures and knowledges in their role as Custodians for Country.

Find out about the $356 million grants programs available under the NSW Waste and Sustainable Materials Strategy 2041 and the NSW Plastic Action Plan.

The EPA is taking action to protect the environment and community from the impacts of climate change, and will work across government, with industry, experts and the community as part of its draft Climate Change Policy and Climate Change Action Plan.

In 2019 greenhouse gas emissions for NSW were 136.6 million tonnes CO2-e. Emissions peaked in 2007 and are now 17% lower than 2005 levels. Emissions declined across most economic sectors.

The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) received 315 submissions on the Regulatory Strategy between 9 February to 31 March 2021. We also collected feedback from council and industry representatives at the EPA Roadshow forums.

Have your say on NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) initiatives. Join our online community to stay in touch about environmental initiatives that matter to you. You can have your say on other NSW Government consultations at nsw.gov.au.