The EPA is responsible for assessing the environmental impacts of new development proposals, particularly their management of potential impacts to the air, land and surface and ground water quality.
Under Tasmania's Resource Management and Planning System, the Board of the EPA has statutory responsibility for environmental impact assessment of proposed developments and activities that may have significant impact on environmental quality.
The Environment Protection Authority acknowledges the Tasmanian Aboriginal people as the traditional custodians of lutruwita (Tasmania) and pays respect to their Elders, past and present.
