Pipeline study underway for Bowen basin
PERTH (miningweekly.com) – The Queensland government on Wednesday announced a A$5-million study would be undertaken on a gas pipeline which could potentially unlock the Bowen basin and create more jobs.
Resources Minister Scott Stewart said the initial concept phase of the Bowen basin pipeline study was underway and would investigate potential pipeline and infrastructure to improve the delivery of Bowen basin gas to the domestic and export markets.
“The resources industry is a key part of Queensland’s economy and will continue to be an essential part of delivering Queensland’s plan for economic recovery from Covid-19,” Stewart said.
“Gas is a major energy source for Queensland’s manufacturing sector, and we are always looking at ways to bring more of it to market. Additional gas infrastructure will provide new sources of supply, leading to more affordable gas and supporting jobs across our critical supply chain and industries.
“Just like we opened up the Surat basin 10 years ago, the Bowen basin has the potential to be a source of future gas projects and jobs for Queenslanders.”
Stewart said the study, which will be finalised by the end of the year, will also analyse the potential amount of gas and sources of fugitive emissions in the area and determine the feasibility and best pathway for the infrastructure to achieve multiple benefits.
“This study will look at ways in which we can better capture fugitive emissions from the coal mines of the Bowen basin and put them to use for things like power generation and manufacturing,” he said.
“This will not only bring additional gas to market but will also make a valuable contribution to Queensland’s transition to a low carbon economy.”
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