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Environmental Approvals
Our environmental approval services encompass a wide range of activities including:
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Development of approvals strategies and schedules
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Identification of technical study requirements
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Regulator engagement
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Delivery of documentation (e.g. Public Environmental Reviews, Environmental Impact Statements, Environmental Scoping Documents, EPBC Referrals and State Referrals).
We can also manage the delivery of an entire project approval, including management of sub-consultants (as required) and delivery of all documentation.
Impact Assessment
Our impact assessment services include:
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Assessment of potential impacts to Matters of National Environmental Significance (MNES) under the EPBC Act
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Assessment of Key Environmental Factors under the WA EPA's Framework
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Assessment of impacts as required under Mining Proposals and Works Approval/License applications.
Technical Advice
We offer technical advice in relation to:
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Approvals strategy and optimise schedule and outcomes
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Baseline studies
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Modelling and impact assessment.
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We can also provide support in the:
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Definition of the proposal to be referred, including key characteristics, footprint and envelope
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Field Study Design
We are experienced in the design of:
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Terrestrial flora and vegetation surveys
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Terrestrial fauna surveys (including subterranean fauna and SREs)
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Marine benthic habitat mapping and characterization studies and monitoring
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Marine sediment and water quality studies and monitoring
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Marine fauna surveys
We have extensive experience in the completion of field studies, in Australia and Internationally, so understand the techniques involved and the value and meaning of the data collected.
Stakeholder Consultation
We specialize in facilitating effective and honest stakeholder engagement, including with government, community and Traditional Owners, to ensure that relevant parties are engaged early and kept informed through project development. The aim is to foster positive relationships and seek win-win outcomes. The development of stakeholder-specific content and delivery assists in building trust and understanding.