Benefits of holding an EPL for dairy complexes

The EPA works closely with licensees to ensure, where possible, best practices in environmental management are implemented at the premises. This encourages continuous improvement in environmental performance.

Obtaining and maintaining an EPL for a dairy complex might seem challenging, however, operating without one is an offence if the dairy complex is determined tobe a ‘premises-based’ scheduled activity (Section 7.1).

Holding an EPL for a dairy complex has 2 main benefits. First, it requires the licensee to minimise their impact on the environment by meeting licence conditions and general obligations under the POEO Act. Second, by complying with the licence conditions, it demonstrates that a site is appropriately managed including monitoring and reporting.

If an EPL is required for a dairy complex, it will not only help protect the environment but can also improve the industry’s local reputation.