Clarity, integrity and foresight in environmental and planning consultancy.

- About Us

Illuminating the path through complexity

At SOL Environment and Planning, we believe great consulting is built on trust, clarity, and collaboration.
Our role is to simplify complexity — helping clients navigate environmental approvals, regulatory risks and sustainability frameworks with confidence and care.
We combine environmental science, industry experience and legal awareness to deliver advice that is strategic, defensible, and grounded in real-world understanding.

Meet the Team

- Our Story

Built from experience. Driven by purpose.

Founded by Alanna Ryan, SOL Environment and Planning was created to deliver high-quality, personalised consultancy services that bridge the gap between regulatory requirements and practical outcomes.

With over 16 years’ experience across mining, infrastructure, and environmental consulting — and ongoing legal studies (Juris Doctor, completion 2025) — Alanna recognised the need for an advisory practice that values both technical excellence and genuine client relationships.

Our boutique structure allows every project to receive direct, senior-level attention — ensuring consistency, responsiveness, and insight at every stage.

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- The Meaning Behind SOL

Inspired by sunlight. Grounded in the landscape.

“SOL” — Latin for sun — reflects the qualities that guide our work: warmth, clarity and renewal.
Just as the sun illuminates the landscape, SOL shines light on the complex intersections of environment, planning, and regulation.

We see every project as part of a broader ecosystem — shaped by community, environment, and long-term vision. Our goal is to bring these elements into alignment, delivering solutions that are both compliant and sustainable.

- Our Visin & Mission

Purpose and principles that guide every decision.

We work with small-to-medium businesses, planners, engineers and resource companies to deliver end-to-end advisory across environment, planning and sustainability.
Our boutique model means you work directly with the principal consultant — ensuring responsive communication, tailored insight and quality every time.

Vision

To be a trusted partner helping businesses navigate Australia’s evolving environmental and planning landscape — recognised for clarity, integrity, and forward-thinking advice.

Mission

To empower businesses to thrive in complex regulatory environments by transforming risks into clear, actionable strategies that create long-term environmental and social value.

Our Values

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    Integrity

    We act with honesty and professionalism in every interaction, maintaining transparency and accountability to build trust with our clients, partners and the communities we work alongside.

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    Clarity

    We simplify complex regulatory requirements, transforming technical detail into clear, actionable advice that empowers clients to make informed decisions and move forward with confidence.

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    Collaboration

    We believe the best outcomes come through partnership — working closely with clients, agencies and stakeholders to develop practical, balanced and effective project solutions.

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    Sustainability

    We are committed to responsible planning and environmental stewardship, helping clients achieve long-term results that respect both business objectives and the natural environment.

- Why Work With Us

Experience that adds value.
Insight that builds trust.

SOL Environment and Planning is more than a consultancy — we’re a partner in navigating change.
Our advice is tailored, not templated. We combine regulatory understanding with operational insight to help clients achieve approvals faster, manage stakeholder expectations, and adapt to evolving legislation.

With a strong foundation in mining, resources, and planning, we understand the pressures businesses face and provide the assurance they need to move forward confidently.

  • 16+ years’ industry experience across mining, consulting & corporate.

  • Legal and regulatory insight from ongoing Juris Doctor studies.

  • Independent, boutique structure with direct client engagement.

  • Commitment to ethical, non-controversial and sustainable projects.

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