Carbon capture and storage
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Carbon capture and storage (CCS) is an emission reduction process that can capture carbon dioxide (CO2) produced from the use of fossil fuels in electricity generation and industrial processes. The process involves capturing CO2 and then storing it in underground geological formations or structures.
Queensland was one of the first jurisdictions in Australia, and in the world, to establish a comprehensive legislative framework for CO2 storage. The primary role for government is to set the regulatory and policy frameworks that will allow the deployment of CCS and access to secure storage sites in Queensland. The Greenhouse Gas Storage Act 2009 has established the framework for storage activities.
The Queensland Government will continue to deliver best practice regulatory frameworks for the industry.
Applying for a resource authority
Before beginning exploration or production activities, you need the appropriate greenhouse gas storage resource authority.
Exploration and investment resources
Queensland's resources industries
Investment information
- Queensland exploration and investment resource package is a comprehensive guide for potential explorers and investors. For a free copy, contact the Geological Survey of Queensland.
- Read about investing in Queensland mining for information on investment support, exploration opportunities and current tenders.
Tenure information
- Search for applications, grants or resource authorities in an area using our free public search services.
- Use GeoResGlobe to view the location and boundaries of resource authorities.
Maps, data and publications
- GeoResGlobe, our online GIS service, has tenure, geoscience and resource information.
- The GSQ Open Data Portal lets you download large spatial data sets, maps and reports.
- Geological Survey of Queensland sells a range of maps, data and publications.
- QSpatial allows you to view and download geospatial data and information.
Exploration reports
Holders of resource authorities are required to submit a range of statutory reports on their activities through the GSQ Lodgement Portal. After a period of confidentiality, these reports and data are made publicly available through the GSQ Open Data Portal.
Contact us
Contact the Geological Survey of Queensland for geoscience, exploration and investment information.