Update to GHG guidance
Delivering environmental protection - EPA Annual Report 2023-24
Report key to independent advice
During the 2023–24 financial year, the EPA provided independent environmental advice to government on 23 development proposals, while also developing guidance to improve environmental outcomes.
The role of the EPA
The role of the EPA
The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has been playing an important role in protecting Western Australia’s unique environment for more than 50 years.
What is EIA?
What is EIA?
If a proposal has the potential to significantly impact the Western Australian environment it should be referred to the EPA.
Delivering outcomes
Delivering outcomes
Using its best endeavours to protect the environment, the EPA’s purpose, priorities and goals are outlined in Strategic Plan 2023-26.
Advice to protect unique Perth wetlands
Advice to protect unique Perth wetlands
The EPA has released public advice to protect of one the most valuable wetlands on the Swan Coastal Plain.
Digital transformation for EIA
Digital transformation for EIA
Referrals and associated applications under Part IV of the Environmental Protection Act 1986 can now be submitted online through the WA Government’s secure digital platform, Environment Online.
Costs recovered for environmental assessment
Referral of a Scheme to the EPA by the Responsible Authority
This form is to be used for referral of Planning Schemes and Amendments to the EPA under the Planning and Development Act 2005, the Metropolitan Redevelopment Act 2011 and the Hope Valley Wattleup Redevelopment Act 2000.
All planning schemes and amendments must be referred to the EPA by the responsible authority.
The Western Australian Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) was established in 1971 as an independent Board providing advice to the Minister for Environment. This website contains information about environmental impact assessment of significant projects, and policy and guidance on environmental matters.
