CDR Law

2006
Scientific Report
Department of the Environment and Heritage, Department of Education, Science and Training, Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Department of Industry Tourism and Resources and Geoscience Australia
International Policy/Guidance
Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage → Carbon Capture and Storage
Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage → Transportation
Australia

Summary/Abstract

On June 30th 2006, The Australian House of Representatives Standing Committee on Science and Innovation announced an inquiry into the science and application of geosequestration technology in Australia, with particular reference to:

  1. The science underpinning geosequestration technology;
  2. the potential environmental and economic benefits and risks of such technology;
  3. the skill base in Australia to advance the science of geosequestration technology and trials;
  4. regulatory and approvals issues governing geosequestration technology and trials; and,
  5. how to best position Australian industry to capture possible market applications.

This submission constitutes the Australian Government’s submission to the inquiry from the following contributing agencies:

  • Department of the Environment and Heritage
  • Department of Education, Science and Training
  • Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
  • Department of Industry Tourism and Resources and Geoscience Australia