Core Functions
The main functions of the Agency as described in Section 12 of
Part Three of the EPA Act of
2008 as amended in July 2010
Environmental
Impact Licensing
The Agency reviews and approves environmental
impact assessments and environmental impact statements submitted following the EPA
Act of 2008 or any other sector law.
Enforcement
and Compliance
The Agency ensures compliance with laid down environmental impact assessment procedures in the planning and execution of development projects, including compliance in respect of existing projects.
Education and Awareness raising on the Environment
The Agency is responsible
for the creation of public awareness of the environment and its importance to the
economic and social life of Sierra Leoneans
Environmental policy-making and Legislation
The Agency prescribes standards and guidelines relating to ambient
air, water, and soil quality, the pollution of air, water, land, and other forms of
environmental pollution including the discharge of wastes and the control of toxic
substances.
Mobilize, expedite and monitor resources for environmental management
The Agency develops plans and programs with environment management issues that can be funded from multiple funding sources.
Strengthen private sector involvement in Environmental Management
Liaise with
the private sector, non-governmental agencies, Community Based Organizations on
issues relating to the environment.
Mobilize, expedite and monitor resources for environmental management
The Agency develops plans and programs with environment management issues that can be funded from multiple funding sources.
Strengthen private sector involvement in Environmental Management
Liaise with
the private sector, non-governmental agencies, Community Based Organizations on
issues relating to the environment.
