More than 50% of global gross domestic product is moderately or highly dependent on natural capital. Facing growing populations and the ongoing effects of climate change, biodiversity and natural capital considerations are increasingly significant for every transaction. In addition, state and federal governments are implementing domestic reforms which will impact all sectors and bring about novel legal issues.
Our team of experienced lawyers provides comprehensive legal advice to manage biodiversity and natural capital concerns for clients across a range of industries, including:
- Mining and Resources: We assist clients in obtaining environmental approvals, managing biodiversity offsets and obligations, and complying with native title and cultural heritage requirements.
- Agriculture and Forestry: We support sustainable land use practices, biodiversity conservation, and carbon farming initiatives.
- Infrastructure and Development: We advise on environmental impact assessments, biodiversity offsets, and regulatory compliance.
- Energy: We support the transition to renewable energy, while minimising environmental impacts and complying with biodiversity regulations.
Our services include advising on biodiversity assessments and risk management, environmental impact assessments and approvals, biodiversity offset development and implementation, native title and cultural heritage and regulatory compliance. We have extensive experience working with technical experts and consultants, either as lead advisers or as part of a broader team.
