Public registers
The EPA must maintain public registers that you can access online to find information about companies, environmental measures, and regulatory actions.
NSW FOGO services
Map and lists of NSW councils with Food Organics Garden Organics (FOGO), Garden Organics and no service
Changes to the regulation of radiation
Changes were made to NSW radiation protection laws in August 2025.
Solaria (tanning units)
It is illegal for a person or business to provide or offer the commercial use of a UV tanning unit.
Expansion of the Return and Earn container deposit scheme
Information about the expansion of the Return and Earn container deposit scheme in 2027.
States join forces to expand container deposit schemes to accept wine and spirits
In a major boost to recycling efforts across New South Wales and South Australia, each state’s container deposit scheme is set to expand to accept wine and spirit bottles and larger drink containers.
Flood recovery programs
We are aware of the recent flood and storm events that have affected NSW in May 2025. At this stage there are no current EPA flood debris clean-up programs in operation for these events. Please contact your local Council to see if they can assist with the recovery process for recent flood and storm events.