Pre- and post-harvest burns: hollow-bearing trees and large fallen logs
This webpage supports the implementation of Protocol 23.3(7) of the Coastal Integrated Forestry Operations Approval (Coastal IFOA) which requires pre-harvest and post-harvest burns be undertaken in a manner that does not damage a hollow-bearing tree and retains shelter and refuge habitats provided by large fallen logs within the operational area.

NSW EPA position statement on NEMP 3.0
The Environment Protection Authority (EPA) supports and uses the Commonwealth PFAS National Environmental Management Plan (PFAS NEMP).

Snowy Hydro to pay $400,000 to protect endangered frog
Snowy Hydro has committed $400,000 to protecting the Northern Corroboree Frog as part of an enforceable undertaking (EU) with the NSW EPA.

eConnect EPA
Use eConnect EPA to apply for Environment Protection, Radiation, Dangerous Goods and Pesticides licences, to manage your licence and submit annual returns.

From litter to legacy: turning the tide on plastic waste this World Environment Day
Reflecting on the EPA's efforts to tackle plastic pollution this World Environment Day.

Regulation of coal mines

EPA investigating suspected Blue Mountains bird poisonings
The EPA is seeking information from the Blue Mountains community following a series of suspected bird poisonings in Katoomba.

Engaging with young people
We’re committed to building relationships with young people and making sure their voices are reflected in our work on environmental issues. Our goal is to create opportunities for young people to be involved and to build understanding of our programs.

NSW East Coast Severe Weather Event updates
We are working closely with councils across the NSW East Coast to help communities clean-up in the wake of the disaster. This includes engaging specialist contractors to remove disaster debris from impacted waterways and shorelines.

Licensing and training | Dangerous goods
When transporting dangerous goods in a large receptacle such as a tank, both the driver and the vehicle must hold a dangerous goods licence. Find out what you need to do to get a licence.
