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EMM is proud to be a silver sponsor at the upcoming Environment Institute of Australia and New Zealand (EIANZ) 2024 Annual Conference. Associate Director Paul Freeman RPIA will share his insights on best practices in Social and Environmental Impact Assessments and the critical role of government in project approvals. This year’s conference dives deep into topics that shape our industry from emerging sustainability challenges to innovations in impact assessment and the path to achieving nature positive. If you'll be attending, reach out and connect with Paul Freeman RPIA, Melanie Rippon and Sofia Stergio. 📅 When: 6-8 November 📍 Where: The W Sydney #SustainabilityConference #SustainableFuture #BeyondTransition #InnovationInEnvironment #EIANZ24 #CreatingOpportunities

As we celebrate five years since David McIlveen joined our team, it’s clear that his contribution and commitment has helped to shape our success. David is passionate about making a difference in the work he performs. He is always striving for the best environmental outcomes.   Queensland Team Manager Paul Freeman RPIA commented: “I love working with David and I am thankful for all he brings to EMM and our team here in Queensland. David’s professionalism, attention to detail and presence in the office are truly his superpowers, and are hugely appreciated by our clients. We love David’s willingness to take on complex and challenging projects in renewables, mining and environmental management. Thank you for your innovation and creative thinking! We are stoked to have you on the team and are excited to see what comes next!”

💡 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗼𝗿 𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗿𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗡𝗦𝗪 – 𝗨𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗡𝗦𝗪 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. A recent NSW Court of Appeal decision will impact 60 #StateSignificantDevelopment (SSD) projects and threaten 21 which have recently been granted consent. The recent NSW Court of Appeal case has ruled that the likely impacts of all parts of an SSD must be assessed under Part 4 of the EP&A Act, closing off the commonly used Part 5 pathway for enabling infrastructure like road upgrades and transmission connections. In response, the Government introduced a Bill to overcome these issues by providing a process for the Planning Secretary to determine whether an activity is or is not part of a single proposed development, as well as validate past decisions to protect them from legal challenge.   The proposed amendments are a welcome response to the Court of Appeal decision and although it will be another step in the assessment process, offer proponents a pathway to certainty on what forms part of the development. Energy Market Leader David Snashall and Regulatory and Planning Approvals Advisor Michelle Veney provide their insight on the Amendment Bill which passed the lower house on October 23 and moved into the upper house on October 24. The team is currently advising several SSD projects impacted by the decision and Amendment Bill, providing expertise on the optimum approval pathway. Read the full insight: https://lnkd.in/gaB6DfyS #NSWPlanning #StateSignificantDevelopment #SSD #PlanningLegislation #EnvironmentalPlanning #RegulatoryUpdate #CreatingOpportunities

This week is National Water Week and this year’s theme, Accelerating Action, is a powerful call to recognise water’s critical role in addressing the climate crisis. Access to clean water is essential to our daily lives—and it’s up to all of us to protect our water environments, manage resources sustainably, and use water wisely.   To mark this week, we asked Lachlan Hammersley, Amy Aird, and Thomas Neill from our water team to reflect on what ‘Accelerating Action’ means to them, the innovative solutions shaping the future of water conservation, what inspired them to pursue a career in water, and how their roles at EMM enable them to make a meaningful impact. Check out their insights below.   #NationalWaterWeek #AcceleratingAction #WaterSustainability #CreatingOpportunities

At EMM, we understand how important it is to be present for life’s biggest moments. We offer flexible working arrangements and a parental leave policy designed to provide the time and support needed to navigate the early stages of parenthood and beyond. Supporting both primary and secondary caregivers, our policy ensures that our team can prioritise family when it matters most. Associate Environmental Scientist and proud first time dad, Daniel Condon, recently shared what this support has meant to him: “I am so grateful for EMM’s flexibility throughout the parenthood journey. Our parental leave policy made it possible to spend time with my son and partner during those special (and exhausting!) early weeks. It also gives me the opportunity to take more time off down the track – supporting my partner’s eventual return to work.”   #CreatingOpportunities #ParentalLeave #WorkLifeBalance #SupportingOurTeam

EMM is proud to be the afternoon tea sponsor for the IAH - International Association of Hydrogeologists WA Groundwater Dependent Ecosystems (GDEs) event next week! Join us on Tuesday, 29 October at The University Club of Western Australia for a day of knowledge-sharing and industry insights focused on GDEs. Don’t miss Associate Director | Mining Market Leader, Joel Georgiou, in Session 4, where he will be sharing his expertise on "GDEs within an evolving mining landscape and a practical approach to using leaf water potentials." This event brings together experts to explore the latest technical and regulatory approaches to assessing and managing GDEs—an essential opportunity for industry professionals, consultants, and regulators alike. For more details and event registration click the link below: https://lnkd.in/gCkgdWZt We look forward to connecting with you there! #CreatingOpportunities #GroundwaterDependentEcosystems #GDEs #EnvironmentalManagement #Hydrogeology #SustainableMining  

The recently released Transport for NSW ‘Guide to Transport Impact Assessment’ is effective from Monday 4 November 2024, replacing the 2002 Guide to Traffic Generating Development. The updated guide includes new recommendations on assessing impacts across multimodal transport networks, site access design, managing travel demand, methods for estimating trip generation, and updated parking guidelines. Our Transport Engineering and Planning team has prepared a summary of some the key changes in the new guide. These updates will impact how traffic impact assessments are conducted across the industry. Check out our overview to ensure your projects align with the latest standards and expectations. #TransportImpactAssessment #TransportPlanning #TrafficEngineering #ThoughtLeadership #CreatingOpportunities

In the 2019 Australian Open Women's Tennis Naomi Osaka beat Petra Kvitová to become the world #1 ranked player. However, this wasn’t the only big win that year with Senior Water Resources Engineer Tess Davies joining the EMM team. Team Manager Lachlan Hammersley commented: "Over the past five years, Tess, your warmth, positivity, and sense of humour have made a lasting impact on the team. Whether it's sharing a laugh, a great story, or your latest music discovery, you bring joy to every day. Beyond that, your approach to engineering reminds us that it’s not just about solving problems but about creating new opportunities. We're excited to see what the next five years will bring, and we look forward to sharing them with you." Congratulations Tess on your 5-year milestone. #CreatingOpportunities #5YearMilestone

We would like to extend a warm welcome to Associate Environmental Scientist Mel Laginha, who has recently joined our Planning, Assessment & Delivery team.   Mel is an Associate Environmental Planner with over 10 years of experience in both environmental impact assessment, environmental management and project management. Mel is passionate about delivering quality projects to clients in the infrastructure and renewable sectors.   Team Leader Janet Krick commented: “We are incredibly excited to welcome Mel to our NSW Planning, Assessment & Delivery team. Mel has a demonstrated track record in managing complex and high profile approval projects and will be a valuable addition to our team. We look forward to working with Mel and introducing them to our existing and future clients.”   #creatingopportunities #EMMwelcome

#EMMinCanada will be attending the upcoming Electricity Transformation Canada conference, the country’s largest renewable energy conference and exhibition, focusing on #windenergy, #solarenergy, and #energystorage. Held in Calgary, Alberta, from October 21-23 on the traditional lands of the Treaty 7 Nations and Métis Nation of Alberta, the conference will spotlight innovation, collaboration, and sustainable growth within the energy market.   With leaders in attendance from across the country and internationally, we look forward to engaging in insightful discussions on the latest innovations in renewable energy, grid modernization, and electrification. As the industry continues to transform, we are excited to be part of the conversation shaping the future of Canada’s electricity landscape.   If you’ll be attending, reach out and connect with Jethro Sanz-Robinson, James Duggleby and Elyse MacDonald. #ETC2024 #SolarEnergy #EnergyStorage #EnergyTransition #ElectricityTransformation