Environment Policy

TasPorts maintains an environmental management system aligned with ISO 14001 and EcoPorts and is dedicated to reducing our impact on the environment.

Air emissions

Air quality monitoring programs and initiatives to mitigate the impacts of port-related air pollutants on communities surrounding ports.

Biosecurity

Taking all reasonable and practical measures to prevent invasive species incursions and spread.

Climate and energy

Identifying climate related risks and reducing carbon emissions of port operations.

Community and heritage

Understanding and protecting the community and heritage values in and around our ports through consultation and independent assessments.

Land and wildlife

Growing our knowledge on wildlife, marine habitat and natural values.

Noise

Implementing noise monitoring programs and initiatives to mitigate the impacts of port-related noise on the surrounding community.

Waste management

Reducing waste, improving recycling and developing initiatives to raise awareness of marine-based pollution.

Water quality

Eliminating and reducing harmful discharges to the marine environment.