Eco Logical Australia: Environmental Consultants

Federal Environmental Approvals

Range of clients

Our staff have experience working for the Federal Government and are able to offer specific expertise in both the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act) and Environment Protection (Sea Dumping) Act 1981.

EPBC Act services include:

• Development of EPBC Act approval handling strategies
• Preparation of referral and assessment documents
• Stakeholder management, presentations and workshops
• A large network and positive working relations with senior officers in government
• Alignment with State processes
• Training for government practitioners and proponents to better understand the legal and scientific issues

Examples of our work include:

• Training to DEWHA staff to build their capacity in administering both the EPBC Act and the Sea Dumping Act
• Environmental impact assessments and approvals for mining and infrastructure companies such as BHP Billiton, Rio Tinto and Ports Corporation of Queensland
• Sea dumping approvals for both large and small dredging operations
• Policy development for Government and industry associations