Environmental planning & approvals to support infrastructure, mining and renewable energy projects across Australia.

Environmental planning and approvals to support your project

Environmental approvals are a critical component of delivering infrastructure, energy and resource projects across Australia. Regulatory approval processes and permitting requirements can be complex and time consuming, and without the right planning strategy in place, projects may experience delays, increased costs, or regulatory compliance risks.

Applied Environment & Safety supports organisations navigating environmental planning and approval requirements across Federal, State and Local regulatory frameworks. Our team works closely with project proponents to identify environmental constraints, prepare technical assessments and guide projects through approval pathways.

From early environmental feasibility and due diligence through to impact assessments and regulator engagement, we help ensure environmental approvals are integrated into project planning and delivery.

We regularly support organisations across industries including:

By establishing a clear environmental planning and approval strategy early in the project lifecycle, organisations can reduce project risk and streamline the approval process.

Featured Project

Environmental & Landholder Support for Transmission Line Demolition

Whyalla to Port Lincoln, South Australia

Applied Environment & Safety supported Enerven during the Eyre Peninsula Transmission Line Demolition project.

This project for ElectraNet involved the demolition and disposal of two transmission lines. In total, 510 structures over 210 km were decommissioned from Whyalla to Port Lincoln in South Australia.

Our team contributed their practical experience of environmental management and land access to this project with a focus on biosecurity, landholder liasion and protection of flora and fauna. This project was awarded to Applied Environment & Safety following the successful delivery of environmental and landholder support for the Eyre Peninsula Transmission Line upgrade project.

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Our Environmental Planning & Approval Services

Applied Environment & Safety provides environmental planning and approvals support across all stages of the environmental approval process. Our team assists with environmental planning, regulatory engagement and environmental assessment to support successful project delivery.

Environmental Constraints Assessment & Feasibility

Environmental constraints and feasibility assessments help determine whether a proposed project is viable from an environmental perspective. These early-stage studies identify environmental sensitivities, regulatory risks and potential approval requirements that may influence project planning and design. Applied Environment & Safety supports projects by assessing environmental constraints, identifying approval pathways and providing early guidance on environmental risks that may affect project feasibility.
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Environmental Due Diligence Planning & Approvals

Environmental due diligence during acquisition provides early project planning and development by identifying environmental risks and regulatory obligations. Our team conducts environmental due diligence assessments to understand potential environmental liabilities, compliance obligations and approval requirements associated with a project. This information supports informed decision-making and ensures environmental planning considerations are integrated into project development.
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Environmental Impact Assessment

Environmental impact assessments evaluate the potential environmental impacts of proposed developments and provide the technical documentation required to support environmental approvals. Applied Environment & Safety prepares environmental impact assessments and coordinates technical studies to support planning approvals and regulatory submissions. Our team works with the project to identify environmental risks and develop appropriate mitigation strategies that support project approvals.
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EPBC Approvals & Planning

Projects that may impact Matters of National Environmental Significance require approval under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation (EPBC) Act 1999 (EPBC). Applied Environment & Safety prepares EPBC referrals, supporting environmental assessments and navigating the Federal environmental approval pathways. Our team provides strategic guidance to ensure the project meets Federal environmental requirements and progresses efficiently through the EPBC approval process.
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State Level Environmental Approvals & Planning

Many developments require environmental approvals under state planning frameworks. These approvals vary depending on the location, scale and nature of the project. Applied Environment & Safety supports organisations navigating environmental approval processes in Queensland , assisting with the preparation of submission documentation and engagement with State regulatory bodies. Our team helps projects understand State environmental planning requirements and develop approval strategies aligned with project timelines.
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Environmental Approval Process & Regulator Liaison

Successfully navigating environmental approvals requires a clear strategy and effective communication with regulatory authorities. Applied Environment & Safety works with project teams and government regulators to guide projects through environmental approval processes, ensuring documentation, timelines and regulatory requirements are managed effectively. Our team supports engagement with regulatory agencies and assists organisations in coordinating environmental approvals across multiple jurisdictions.
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Understanding the Environmental Approval Process

Environmental approvals for infrastructure and development projects typically involve multiple stages depending on the location, scale and potential environmental impacts of the project.

The environmental approval process may include:

  • environmental constraints and feasibility assessments 
  • environmental due diligence assessments 
  • environmental impact assessments 
  • Federal, State or Local government approvals 
  • engagement with regulators and government agencies 

By developing a clear environmental approval strategy early in the planning phase, organisations can reduce delays, manage environmental risks and ensure projects progress efficiently through regulatory processes.

Industries We Support

Applied Environment & Safety provides environmental planning and approval support for complex projects across a range of industries.

Why Work With Applied Environment & Safety

Applied Environment & Safety combines environmental consulting expertise with practical project delivery experience.

Our team supports organisations by:

  • identifying environmental risks early in project development

  • developing effective environmental approval strategies

  • preparing environmental impact documentation

  • supporting engagement with government regulators

By integrating environmental planning and approvals into project development from the outset, we help projects progress through regulatory processes with greater certainty.

Discuss Your Environmental Planning & Approval Requirements

If your organisation requires support navigating environmental planning and regulatory approvals, Applied Environment & Safety can assist.

Our team works with organisations across Australia to support environmental planning, regulatory engagement and environmental approval processes.

Contact our team today to discuss your project requirements.

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Contact Applied Environment & Safety today to see how we can help you.

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