Planning and environmental policy and regulatory frameworks are subject to ongoing review and development to balance effective regulation with needs and interests of industry and the community. EME Advisory helps government agencies modernise frameworks, refine guidelines and improve internal processes to strengthen the planning system. Our work spans statutory guidance, quality assurance and governance reform - linking legislative intent with practical implementation to deliver policies that are consistent, credible and fit for purpose. Project Highlights Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) – Guideline Reviews Prepared and reviewed key assessment guidance for the NSW planning system, including the State Significant Project Guidelines, Cumulative...

Australia’s industrial and manufacturing sectors are adapting to energy security, decarbonisation, supply chain pressures and evolving environmental standards. EME Advisory provides the planning and environmental insight that helps operators modernise facilities, manage regulatory risk and maintain production certainty. We support upgrades, expansions and process transitions across heavy industry, energy-intensive manufacturing and logistics - helping clients achieve compliance, efficiency and sustainable growth. Project Highlights Confidential timber manufacturer EME Advisory provided advice to a timber manufacturer on the regulatory framework for transitioning energy supply from grid and gas to energy from waste derived fuels. This included engagement with the EPA to confirm interpretation of current...

Linear transport infrastructure requires detailed route planning to achieve a workable engineering design that minimises impacts on property, people and the environment. The scale of linear transport infrastructure requires a spatial data led approach to assessment and reporting with multiple spatial data sets integrated in a GIS platform to enable efficient assessment and reporting.  Urban public transport projects are increasingly integrated with urban renewal, presenting a challenge to the established assessment frameworks which create separate approval pathways for development and infrastructure.  EME Advisory has supported a number of transport infrastructure projects through the State significant infrastructure approval process including the process for...

Waste operators and councils face growing pressure to improve recovery rates, manage legacy infrastructure and respond to tighter regulation and rising costs. As long-term asset owners operating a highly regulated environment, modifications to development consents are often required in tight timeframes to respond to the need of site operations. EME Advisory delivers pragmatic planning solutions that keep essential waste infrastructure operating while enabling innovation in circular economy outcomes. We work across all stages - from feasibility and site selection to approvals, modifications and compliance - helping clients balance operational efficiency with environmental performance and community expectations. Project Highlights Western Sydney Energy and...

The renewable energy generation and storage sector is transforming rapidly - driven by a rapidly ageing fleet of coal fired power stations, the need to deliver affordable energy to customers, and mandatory emissions reduction targets. We provide approvals strategy, site selection, impact assessment and stakeholder engagement across wind, solar, battery and transmission projects. Our expertise ensures environmental, technical and regulatory issues are integrated early, securing efficient, defensible approvals that keep projects moving. Project Highlights Maizewood Pty Ltd - Upper Hunter Battery Energy Storage System EME Advisory delivered end-to-end planning support for one of NSW’s largest stand-alone battery projects. Following preparation of the State...