Our network of automatic weather stations and radars throughout the state provide timely, relevant and local weather data to assist growers and regional communities.
The extreme weather events tool uses data from the department's extensive weather station network to map extreme temperatures, either below or above a specified threshold.
In September 2019, the Government of Western Australia commenced a 12-week public consultation period to seek feedback on climate change issues and opportunities for the state outlined in the Climate change in Western Australia – Issues paper.
Following the creation of the Department of Water and Environmental Regulation on 1 July 2017, development of a Compliance and Enforcement Policy commenced to replace the policies of the three former departments.
The State Government sought your input on approaches to reduce single-use plastic items and their associated impacts in 2019 during a 13-week consultation period for the Let’s not draw the short straw – reducing single-use plastic issues paper.
From 1 October 2020, Western Australians will be able to cash in their eligible drink containers for a 10 cent refund at any of the more than 200 authorised Containers for Change refund points across the State.
The State Government has developed an Electric Vehicle Strategy to prepare for the transition to low and zero emission electric vehicles and maximise the benefits to our state.
Safeguarding the health and resilience of our community, economy and environment requires an understanding of the ways our climate will change, and strategies to enhance our preparedness.
Rainfall to date graphs show the rainfall accumulated from the start of the grain growing season and can be used as a tool in the seasonal decision-making process.
Soil water graphs show the amount of soil water accumulated through the grain growing season and can be used as a tool in the seasonal decision making process.
Western Australia’s aspiration of net zero emissions by 2050 will ensure business well placed to thrive in a low-carbon world and Western Australians can look forward to a secure, sustainable future.
The Department of Water and Environmental Regulation one-stop shop provides information about water licensing, environment regulation, and environmental assessments.
