Topics
environment
Air environmental issues
Environmental issues including: air quality, industry emissions, motor vehicle, emissions and clean air forums.
Air pollution
Air pollution occurs when the air is affected by chemicals or particles that are not normally present and have the potential to affect health.
Air quality index
The AQI is a daily report indicating how clean or polluted the air is and the associated health effects.
Reporting air pollution
Information on how you can report air pollution and help monitor air quality in NSW.
Atlas of NSW wildlife
The atlas contains recorded sightings of plants, mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians and endangered invertebrates in New South Wales.
Guide to household recycling
Take care of your environment for future generations by following this easy guide to recycling in your home.
Save energy resources
Bookmark this page for easy access to a range of resources, podcasts, fact sheets and materials.
Water For Life
The Metropolitan Water Plan focuses on dams, recycling, desalination and water efficiency - securing our water for life.
NSW protected species
All native birds, reptiles, amphibians and mammals, except the dingo, are protected in New South Wales.
Sustainable energy
Industry & Investment NSW aims to reduce the impact of energy production, distribution and consumption while ensuring reliable energy for current and future use.
Water environmental issues
Water, the basis of life, is fundamental for sustaining natural environments and supporting human activities including development and recreation. The impacts of drought and climate change further threaten Australia's already limited water resources.
Business sustainability
The Department of Environment, Climate Change and Water NSW partners with industry sectors to assist them in integrating environmental sustainability into their daily business operations, to help them reduce energy usage, prepare for increases in electricity costs and do their bit for the environment.
Native vegetation
Minimising native vegetation clearing is essential to help reduce the effects of climate change.
NSW water information
Information about the levels and water quality of NSW rivers and streams, as well as water storgage and groundwater data. This data is used for the management of our rivers, storages and the surrounding environment.
Save power in your home
Simple things you can do in and around your home to save money, power and help reduce our impact on the environment.
Conserving biodiversity
Biodiversity is vital in supporting human life on Earth. It provides many benefits, including all our food, many medicines and industrial products.
Greenhouse emissions
Information about The Greenhouse Gas Reduction Scheme, which is one of the first mandatory greenhouse gas emissions trading schemes in the world.
Make a power pledge
Challenge yourself to save power. Login to review your Power Pledges and record your savings.
National waste policy
Learn about the impact of landfills, recycling, hazardous waste, organic waste, litter and find out how we manage waste.
Rainfall
A range of statistics, historical weather observations, climatology maps, and other Australian climate data.
Caring for national parks
National parks are special areas and it's up to all of us to treat them with care - whether bushwalking, camping, or vehicle touring.
NSW biosecurity strategy
Biological threats and problems include both land-based and aquatic plant and animal diseases, pest animals, insects and weeds.
Online waste reporting
If you are the occupier of a licensed waste facility required to pay for waste contribution, you can report your waste online.
Power use and what it means?
The first step to reducing power use and cutting down on carbon pollution is to understand how we use power.
State Water
State Water delivers water and services for people, agriculture, industry and the environment in regional NSW.
Fire, flood and park closure alerts
For hazard reduction burning information, major wildfire updates and a list of all current incidents in NSW.
Solar bonus scheme
The scheme provides support to people who produce renewable energy through eligible roof-top solar photovoltaic (PV) systems and wind turbines connected to the grid.
Sydney water
Sydney Water delivers essential and sustainable water services for the benefit of the community.Sydney water storage and supply reports
The Sydney Catchment Authority publishes weekly bulk water storage and supply reports to provide information about how much rainfall has been recorded, how full the dams are, and how much bulk water has been supplied to customers.
Guided tours
Find out more about guided tours and recreation activities in our national parks and reserves.
Waste management
Achieving a reduction in waste generation, and turning waste into recoverable resources is a priority for NSW.
Coastal walks
Promotes public access to, and enhance the appreciation and recreational enjoyment of Sydney’s coastline and estuaries for the people of Sydney and visitors to the city.
Water quality
Sydney Water provides high quality, safe drinking water. Drinking water is treated to meet the Australian Drinking Water Guidelines.
Watering systems
Drip irrigation is the most efficient watering method around, proving that low flow is the way to go. Hardly any water is wasted through wind, evaporation, run-off or overspray.
Report a smoky vehicle
If you notice a vehicle emitting exhaust smoke for more than 10 seconds, you can submit the details to Department of Environment and Climate Change.
Hunter water
Hunter water provides water and wastewater services to over half a million people in the lower Hunter region.
Marine Parks Authority
NSW is committed by national and international agreements to conserving the diversity of marine life and ensuring that marine resources are carefully managed for the use and enjoyment of people today and in the future.
Reducing vehicle emissions
Roads and Maritime Services, along with other agencies, has done extensive research to improve vehicle emissions, and has developed and implemented a range of initiatives to reduce the impact of vehicle emissions on the air quality in NSW.
NSW Catchment Management Authorities
Catchment Management Authorities (CMAs) have been established across New South Wales to ensure that regional communities have a say in how natural resources are managed in their catchments.
NSW Home Saver Rebates
The NSW Government's current rebate program has helped more than 278,000 NSW households (as at 30 June 2010) save more than 3.6 billion litres of water and 320,000 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions a year.
Australian Water Association
The Australian Water Association (AWA) is the leading water sector body in Australia, representing over 10,000 water sector professionals across all disciplines.
