Current projects

The department is responsible for coordinating environmental impact statement (EIS) assessment processes under Chapter 3 of the Environmental Protection Act 1994 (EP Act).

The list below provides links to information about resource projects currently undergoing EIS assessments coordinated by the department.

Current EIS assessment processes

Current EIS processes
Project Current status Next action date
Baralaba South project Proponent responds to submissions. 30 Mar 2026
Isaac Downs Extension project Draft TOR out for public notification 20 Oct 2025
Kestrel West Mine Extension project Final TOR issued – EIS in preparation 12 Nov 2026
Saraji East Mining Lease project EIS assessment report 24 Nov 2025