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.