New South Wales Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water

**Who we are** The NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state’s environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy. DCCEEW conserves and protects the state’s natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations. DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry. We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment. **Vision** Our **vision** is to create thriving environments and communities for every generation. Together we take action and empower others to: - protect, restore and enhance the natural environment - secure clean, reliable and affordable energy - act on climate change to reduce emissions - adapt to climate change - sustain and improve water resources - conserve and celebrate culture and heritage. **Strategic approach** We apply our **strategic approach** to all our work: - We respect, recognise and embed Aboriginal knowledge to care for Country - We earn the trust and build capacity of the people and communities we work with - We work across NSW Government and with all sectors to co-design and leverage opportunities - We collaborate, inspire and empower each other to do great work - We are evidence-based in design, delivery and decision-making - We measure, share and learn from our outcomes