Purposes and Objectives

·     CREEL aims to promote research, teaching; and publication into the legal, regulatory and policy frameworks that engage with:

• the production and distribution of energy, including consideration of climate change regulation
• the sustainable development of natural resources
• the protection of the environment and the promotion of ecologically sustainable development
• the planning for, and provision of infrastructure in urban areas, and that associated with energy and resource development
• the recognition and protection of Indigenous rights and interests in land and resources.

• To engage in these activities with respect to contemporary developments and issues in Australia, Asia/Pacific, and other selected regions.
• To extend the Law School's specialised collection of research and teaching materials relating to energy, natural resources, environmental law and native title.
• To strengthen existing links and establish new links with other centres in Australia and overseas engaged in equivalent activities.
• To encourage persons from industry, professions, investment institutions, government and universities in Australia and overseas to participate in the Centre's activities.