Baseline studies involve gathering essential data on water resources, quality, quantity, and environmental conditions before a project begins, providing a benchmark for measuring future impacts. Hydroview Consulting offers expert baseline study services, including site assessments, hydrological modeling, and data collection, to establish accurate water system benchmarks. Our studies help clients identify potential risks, design and implement sustainable water management strategies, and lay the foundation for effective long-term water resource management.

Surface water management is a key consideration across all phases of a project, helping to minimize water-related risks, support sustainable land use, and protect surrounding environments. Well-designed surface water management plans provide a framework for managing discharge, runoff, controlling erosion and sedimentation, and maintaining natural flow regimes from initial planning through to construction, operation, and closure. Hydroview Consulting develops integrated surface water management plans that are tailored to each site’s hydrology, terrain, and land use, combining practical design solutions with adaptive strategies. Our lifecycle-focused approach ensures that surface water is effectively managed to support project efficiency, environmental protection, and long-term resilience.

Assessing the impacts of water discharge is essential to understanding how project activities may affect downstream environments and to inform responsible water management decisions. A well-executed discharge impact assessment evaluates the quality, quantity, and timing of releases to surface water or land, helping to identify potential risks to waterways, ecosystems, and land stability. Hydroview Consulting delivers comprehensive water discharge impact assessments that integrate hydrological modelling, contaminant transport analysis, and receiving environment sensitivity. Our approach supports projects through all stages—from early risk screening to detailed technical assessments—providing the insight needed to guide discharge design, mitigation measures, and sustainable operational practices.

Water quality monitoring plays a critical role throughout the lifecycle of a project, providing the data needed to assess environmental performance, track changes over time, and support informed decision-making. Effective monitoring helps identify potential impacts early, guide adaptive management, and ensure that water-related risks are proactively addressed across planning, construction, and operational phases. Hydroview Consulting designs and implements tailored water quality monitoring programs that align with project objectives, site conditions, and risk profiles. Our integrated approach includes baseline assessments, targeted sampling, robust QA/QC, and detailed analysis—delivering actionable insights to support sustainable water management and continuous environmental improvement.

Blue-green algae (cyanobacteria) pose significant risks to aquatic ecosystems, water usability, and public health, particularly in nutrient-enriched or poorly circulated water bodies. Effective assessment and remediation require a clear understanding of bloom drivers, water quality conditions, and catchment-scale influences. Hydroview Consulting provides end-to-end support for blue-green algae management, including bloom risk assessments, water quality profiling, nutrient source identification, and the design of targeted remediation strategies such as aeration, flow enhancement, and catchment nutrient control. Our integrated, site-specific approach helps clients proactively manage algal risks, restore aquatic health, and maintain safe and sustainable water use.

Regulatory compliance and licensing are critical components of responsible project delivery, ensuring that water-related activities are undertaken within approved environmental and legal frameworks. Projects involving surface water discharge, groundwater extraction, or contaminated water treatment must comply with environmental protection licences, water sharing plans, and site-specific monitoring and reporting obligations. Hydroview Consulting offers expert support in navigating these complex regulatory frameworks by providing end-to-end services, including environmental impact assessments, licence applications, monitoring program design, and compliance reporting—ensuring clients meet statutory requirements while minimising environmental risk.