The Environmental Assessment Policy has been developed to provide a structured approach to environmental impact assessment in Australia, ensuring compliance with both federal and state environmental legislation. This policy document is essential for organizations undertaking projects that may have significant environmental impacts and require formal assessment under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act) or state-specific legislation. It consolidates requirements from various regulatory frameworks, providing clear guidance on assessment procedures, stakeholder consultation, and approval processes. The policy is particularly relevant in the context of increasing environmental awareness and regulatory scrutiny, offering a comprehensive framework for identifying, assessing, and managing environmental impacts of development activities across different sectors.
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1. Purpose and Scope: Defines the objectives of the policy and its application scope, including types of projects and activities covered
2. Regulatory Framework: Overview of relevant legislation and regulatory requirements at federal, state and local levels
3. Definitions and Terminology: Comprehensive glossary of technical terms, acronyms, and key concepts used in environmental assessment
4. Roles and Responsibilities: Defines key stakeholders and their responsibilities in the environmental assessment process
5. Assessment Triggers and Levels: Criteria for determining when environmental assessment is required and the appropriate level of assessment
6. Assessment Procedures: Step-by-step procedures for conducting environmental assessments, including screening, scoping, and impact assessment
7. Public Consultation Requirements: Requirements and procedures for stakeholder engagement and public consultation
8. Documentation Requirements: Specifications for environmental assessment reports and supporting documentation
9. Review and Approval Process: Procedures for reviewing environmental assessments and obtaining necessary approvals
10. Monitoring and Compliance: Requirements for monitoring, reporting, and ensuring compliance with environmental conditions
1. Indigenous Heritage Considerations: Specific procedures for addressing indigenous heritage in environmental assessments, required when projects may impact indigenous lands or cultural heritage
2. Climate Change Considerations: Guidelines for incorporating climate change impacts and adaptation measures, recommended for long-term projects
3. Biodiversity Offset Requirements: Procedures for determining and implementing biodiversity offsets, needed when significant environmental impacts are anticipated
4. Emergency Response Procedures: Procedures for handling environmental emergencies during assessment or implementation, recommended for high-risk projects
5. International Standards Compliance: Additional requirements for projects requiring compliance with international standards or funding requirements
6. Strategic Assessment Procedures: Procedures for conducting strategic environmental assessments, needed for large-scale or program-level assessments
1. Schedule 1: Environmental Impact Assessment Templates: Standard templates for different types of environmental assessment reports
2. Schedule 2: Screening Checklist: Checklist for initial project screening and determination of assessment requirements
3. Schedule 3: Risk Assessment Matrix: Templates and guidance for environmental risk assessment
4. Schedule 4: Stakeholder Consultation Plan Template: Template and guidance for developing stakeholder engagement plans
5. Appendix A: Legislative Requirements Reference: Detailed reference guide to relevant legislation and regulatory requirements
6. Appendix B: Technical Guidelines: Specific technical guidelines for different environmental aspects (air, water, noise, etc.)
7. Appendix C: Reporting Forms: Standard forms for various stages of the environmental assessment process
8. Appendix D: Best Practice Examples: Examples of well-executed environmental assessments and management plans
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Environmental Assessment Policy
Australian Environmental Assessment Policy document outlining requirements and procedures for environmental impact assessments under federal and state legislation.
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