Media statements are also released by the Minister for Environment.
Please note that the email address for general media enquiries is info.epa@dwer.wa.gov.au.
A proposal to extend the life of a rare earths mine south-east of Laverton has been recommended for environmental approval by the independent Environmental Protection Authority (EPA).
The proposed expansion by a subsidiary of Lynas Rare Earths Ltd would increase the existing development envelope to 2802ha, extending the life of the 16-year-old operation by up to 30 years.
EPA Chair Professor Matthew Tonts said that at the beginning of the referral process the proponent was encouraged to develop a long-term mining plan that defined the maximum extent of potential impacts.
Read more...The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has completed its first assessment in the Pilbara’s Maitland Strategic Industrial Area (MSIA), recommending approval for the Woodside Solar Facility subject to strict conditions.
The proposed solar photovoltaic farm will generate electricity for industrial customers via the North-West Interconnected System and includes up to one million solar panels and a battery energy storage system.
Read more...The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has recommended the proposed Forest Management Plan (FMP) 2024-2033 be approved subject to conditions relating to reporting, as well as the recommendation of an independent scientific review of prescribed burning.
EPA Chair Professor Matthew Tonts said central to the assessment was the unique and exceptional diversity of the South West’s forests and the range of environmental, cultural and social values they held.
Read more...The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has delivered its recommendations on a proposal to construct and operate a landfill near York, noting that the consideration of some impacts to society, economic benefit and land use planning were outside its legal remit under Part IV of the Environmental Protection Act 1986.
Read more...The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has updated its greenhouse gas guidance to minimise the risk of environmental harm to Western Australia’s environment associated with climate change.
The guidance, first published in April 2020 has been updated to take into account up to date climate science, law and policy, and to reflect the EPA’s view that deep and substantial emission reductions are needed this decade, as well as achievement of net zero by 2050.
Read more...A proposal to redevelop the former Ningaloo Lighthouse Caravan Park site has been recommended for environmental approval by the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA), subject to conditions including measures to mitigate impacts to turtle nesting.
The proposed resort is adjacent to the Ningaloo Coast World Heritage Area and
includes visitor accommodation such as hotel rooms and caravan park bays, replacement service station, water supply and treatment, and power supply infrastructure across a 45.3ha site.
Public advice to enhance the long-term protection of one of the last remaining and most valuable wetland areas on the Swan Coastal Plain has been released by the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA).
EPA Chair Professor Matthew Tonts said the report on the Greater Brixton Street Wetlands, produced under Section 16 of the Environmental Protection Act 1986, would benefit proponents, planners, developers, regulators and landholders.
Read more...A significant amendment to the Earl Grey Lithium Project has been recommended for environmental approval with mitigation measures proposed by the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) during the assessment.
The Earl Grey Lithium Project is an open cut lithium mine at the abandoned Mt Holland Mine Site, about 105km south-east of Southern Cross.
Read more...Stakeholders and community groups will be given an additional two weeks to comment on a proposal by South32 to expand its mining activities in Peel and the South West.
The Worsley Mine Expansion – Revised Proposal is currently being assessed by the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA). This includes an eight-week opportunity – currently underway on the EPA’s website – to provide feedback on the project’s environmental review.
Read more...The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) is reviewing its Environmental Factor Guideline – Greenhouse Gas Emissions and invites stakeholders and members of the community to provide feedback on the draft.
The purpose of these guidelines, first introduced in April 2020, is to communicate how the greenhouse gas emissions are considered by the EPA in the environmental impact assessment (EIA) process.
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