The process is designed to improve identification of biodiversity risk and opportunities, taking into account a series of internal and external factors, including: ■ Projected changes in climate conditions; ■ Proximity of the operation to areas of high conservation value, including interactions with threatened species, vegetation communities and threatening processes; ■ Regional context, development planning and cumulative impact implications; ■ Regulatory framework and compliance; ■ Community concerns and perceptions; and ■ Media analysis.