Legislative Context - Air

All three levels of government seek to protect and improve air quality through action to reduce emissions of major air pollutants. The focus is on those activities that make the greatest contributions to adverse air quality as well as those pollutants that continue to pose threats to the environment and human health.

• National Programs
  The Australian government and peak national bodies set standards and operate incentive programs that aim to improve air quality.
• Tasmanian Programs
  The Tasmanian government develops strategies and implements legislation that aims to improve air quality.
• Local Government Programs
  Local government plays an important role in controlling air pollution in Tasmania.
• State of the Environment Reports
  A process for describing, analysing and communicating information on conditions and trends in the environment.