Environmental Protection and Management (Amendment) Bill

The Environmental Protection and Management (Amendment) Bill introduces significant changes to the Environmental Protection and Management Act. The bill establishes a new surveillance system for monitoring construction sites to ensure compliance with regulations regarding work hours. It sets out procedures for managing and regulating greenhouse gas (GHG) goods and works, including the registration of suppliers and GHG entities. The bill outlines penalties for non-compliance, requiring significant record-keeping and operational measures from responsible parties related to GHG management. Additionally, it amends existing sections of relevant legislation to align with the new provisions and expands the National Environment Agency's powers in implementing these changes.