Frequently asked questions
Implementation and transitional arrangements for the Approved Methods for air, water and noise
CSIRO methane emissions study
Managing odour
Bad smells are a large cause of complaints to our Environment Line and generate a lot of ill will in the community. We work with industry on ways to prevent odour and issues heavy fines and penalties when odour becomes an issue.
Technical framework: Assessment and management of odour from stationary sources in NSW
The EPA uses this technical framework to manage odours from industry in NSW and prevent and minimise bad smells from industrial activities.
Reducing cogeneration and trigeneration emissions
Gas-fired cogeneration and trigeneration are greenhouse-friendly ways of generating electricity using fossil fuels because they waste little energy. Even so, they can emit significant amounts of oxides of nitrogen (NOx). We published a policy describing best available techniques for minimising emissions and has set limits reflecting these practices.
Reducing motor vehicle emissions
Learn how the the EPA and NSW Government regulate and work to reduce emissions and air pollution from vehicles.