Dept of Climate Change, Energy, Environment & Water
The National Environmental Protection Agency (National EPA) has commenced.
The National EPA is Australia’s new independent environmental regulator. It will:
- monitor compliance with Australia’s environmental laws
- take action when laws are broken
- support efficient project assessments and approvals.
The National EPA forms part of reforms to Australia’s national environmental law. Remaining reforms will start on or before 1 December 2026.
To stay up to date on the National EPA:
- visit the National EPA website
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