Department of Sustainability, Environment, Water, Population and Communities

Department of Sustainability, Environment, Water, Population and Communities

The Department of Sustainability, Environment, Water, Population and Communities (DSEWPaC) works to promote a sustainable Australia by protecting our environment and heritage, Australia's interests in Antarctica, promoting efficient use of water resources and supporting environmentally sustainable communities.

http://www.environment.gov.au/

Outcome 1:
The conservation and protection of Australia's terrestrial and marine biodiversity and ecosystems through supporting research, developing information, supporting natural resource management, and establishing and managing Commonwealth protected areas.

Outcome 2:
Improved sustainability of Australia's population, communities and environment through coordination and development of sustainable population and communities policies, supporting affordable housing and the reduction and regulation of waste, pollutants and hazardous substances.

Outcome 3:
Advancement of Australia's strategic, scientific, environmental and economic interests in the Antarctic by protecting, administering and researching the region.

Outcome 4:
Adaptation to climate change, wise water use, secure water supplies and improved health of rivers, waterways and freshwater ecosystems by supporting research, and reforming the management and use of water resources.

Outcome 5:
Increased protection, awareness and appreciation of Australia's environment and heritage through regulating matters of national environmental significance and the identification, conservation and celebration of natural, indigenous and historic places of national and World Heritage significance.