Crown Entity

Environmental Protection Authority

Te Mana Rauhī Taiao

Environment

What this regulator covers

Importing/using hazardous substances, importing new organisms (GMOs), activities in the EEZ (offshore), major infrastructure projects, Emissions Trading Scheme participants.

When to contact this regulator

  • Hazardous substances
  • New organisms/GMO
  • ETS registration
  • Marine consent

Escalation

If you are unsatisfied with a decision from this regulator, escalation paths typically run through the Ombudsman (process complaints) or the relevant Court/Tribunal (substantive decisions). Check the regulator's official website for specific review and appeal procedures.

Official website

epa.govt.nz

Contact details

Phone number
Email address
Postal address

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