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SEQ - Mitigation Mythbusters

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DATE: WEDNESDAY 23 JULY 2014
TIME: 3.00pm to 6.00pm (Registration from 2.30pm, Networking drinks 6-7pm)
VENUE: Arup, level 4, 108 Wickham Street, Fortitide Valley Q 4006
PRICE: Member $70 Non Member $90 Student/Pensioner $45

Email us at seq@eianz.org to go on our waiting list.

Identifying mitigation measures for impacts is a key outcome of the EIA process. The effectiveness of mitigation measures in addressing impacts, and the resultant assessment of residual impacts are fundamental to decision-making, as a core purpose of EIA is to promote a full understanding of the potential for environmental and social values to be lost or degraded if an action goes ahead.

In contemporary EISs in Queensland, there appears to be a lack of precision in determining the likely effectiveness of mitigation measures. This is compounded by a lack of information in the public domain from follow-up monitoring of projects or related research activities that would support a better understanding of how effective certain mitigation measures are in avoiding or reducing impacts.

In this forum, we will explore the real-life effectiveness of some of the commonly adopted mitigation measures; focussing on:

  • Revegetation
  • Biodiversity offsets
  • Erosion and sediment control
  • Construction noise and dust control


Speakers

Our speakers bring a wealth of practical experience and scientific rigour to these topics:

Ben Starr is a certified practitioner in erosion and sediment control (CPESC) with extensive experience in developing erosion and sediment control plans for residential and linear infrastructure projects, including high risk sites. He has been a director of the International Erosion and Sediment Control Association.

Kerry Wastell has over 20 years’ experience of environmental management in the construction and infrastructure fields. She holds a Diploma in Acoustics and an MBA and her diverse experience includes controlling noise at pop concerts in Wembley Stadium, environmental management of Channel Tunnel Rail Link and, most recently, the role of Environment Manager on the Airport Link project in Brisbane. Kerry co-authored the BSI Guide Environmental Management Report: Focus on Environmental and Corporate Responsibility Communications.

Dr Martine Maron is a Senior Lecturer in Environmental Management in the Centre for Spatial Environmental Research at the University of Queensland. Her research involves understanding how species respond to landscape change and how to improve the practice and policy of conservation policy. She has contributed to development of offset policy in Australia and overseas, and helped develop the Australian EPBC Act offsets assessment guide.

Marcus Koolen has a wealth of expertise in revegetation as a qualified Horticulturist with over 28 years’ experience and knowledge in horticulture, agriculture, re-vegetation, forestry, sediment and erosion control and amenity turf. Marcus is also a Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC) and a member of the IECA.

This forum will assist impact assessment practitioners involved in preparing and assessing impact assessments to consider:

  • The effectiveness of commonly used mitigation measures in addressing environmental impacts
  • The site and project considerations that need to be addressed in developing mitigation measures and evaluating the significance of residual impacts
  • How this should be reflected in an EIS.

To register, follow the prompt below to register online, or click here to download the form.

We would like to thank our Partners

CDM Smith
Origin Energy

And our event partner

Arup

Cancellation Policy
Full refunds will be given for any cancellations made one week prior to the Forum. Cancellations made less than one week but more than 24 hours prior to the breakfast will attract a 50% penalty. Cancellations made less than 24 hours prior to breakfast will attract the full 100% attendance fee. Delegates unable to attend are welcome to send an alternative delegate.

Diner and Visa card payments attract a 3.5% surcharge.


Event details

When: 23 July 2014

Cost: AU $ 90 (Inc. GST)

Registrations Open: 20th June 14 12:00 AM

Registrations Close: 23rd July 14 11:59 PM

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