Environment
QGC is committed to working sustainably and with respect for the environments in which we work. We operate transparently and report extensively on our progress.
We know that our operations have impacts upon the environment and our focus is to minimise and mitigate those impacts.
Our environmental principles:
- We make a positive contribution to the protection of the environment.
- We go beyond compliance with environmental legislation to meet internationally accepted best practice
- We reduce to the minimum practicable any adverse effects of our operations on the environment
In this section
Environmental Impact Management
The Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) describes the potential environmental impacts of the QGC Project and ways to avoid, minimise or mitigate these impacts.
Environment management
Federal and Queensland Government and regulatory authorities have issued QGC with a range of environmental permits and approvals.
Environmental operations
QGC is serious about our environmental duty of care. Environmental obligations and commitments are considered at all stages.
Water management
Find out how QGC manages the groundwater extracted during gas production.
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About onshore natural gas
Natural gas is held in the coal by groundwater pressure. When the water is released, gas flows from the seams.
Media and publications
Keep up to date with what’s happening at QGC by reading our QGC operations bulletin.
Community
QGC is committed to being a good neighbour and an active member of the community.