Executive Powers Environment and Heritage

Australian Antarctic Division - The AAD is the lead agency for Australia's Antarctic program. Provides information about the stations, the science, and the environment of Antarctica.

Australian Greenhouse Office - Responsible for both the coordination of domestic climate change policy and for managing the delivery of new and existing Commonwealth greenhouse programs.

Australian Heritage Commission - Provides access to the databases, publications and information produced by the AHC.

Australian National Botanic Gardens - Grows, studies and promotes Australias native flora. It is located on the lower slopes of Black Mountain in Canberra.

Biodiversity Group - Provides information on the conservation of plants, animals, and environments including national parks and protected areas.

Bureau of Meteorology - Weather reports and forecasts, weather warnings, climate information, and educational resources.

EnviroNET - A national clearing house for solutions to Australian industry's environment protection challenges.

Environment Australia - Responsible for policies and programs for the protection and conservation of the environment, including natural and cultural heritage sites. Departmental and ministerial information, media releases, publications, activities, and events.

Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority - Provides for the protection, wise use, understanding and enjoyment of the Great Barrier Reef in perpetuity through the care and development of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.

National Land and Water Resources Audit - Strives to provide nationwide assessments of Australia's land, vegetation and water resources to support sustainable development.

Natural Heritage Trust - An Australian government program, which coordinates an integrated, long-term approach to the conservation and sustainability of Australia's land vegetation, water, biodiversity, coasts and oceans.