Key Projects and Targets 2008/09
- Creation of NIEA-wide Environmental Crime Unit (December 2008)
- Evaluate effectiveness of Environmental Management Systems as a measure of environmental compliance and performance (Jan 2009)
- DARD/DOE Better Regulation and Simplification Review (March 2009)
- Consult on revised NIEA Enforcement Policy (March 2009)
- Develop a risk assessment methodology for environmental regulations (March 2009)
- Review options for integrated environmental permitting (March 2009)
- Scope and pilot system for online applications (March 2009)
- Industry engagement to raise awareness and identify opportunities for compliance assistance; and
- Maintain up to date guidance on NetRegs
(opens website) and raise small and medium businesses' awareness.




