CSG Levy to Fund Groundwater Management

COAL seam gas (CSG) companies will fund the ongoing management of state groundwater resources, with a levy to be introduced next year.

Under the plan revealed by Queensland Environment Minister Vicky Darling (pictured) at the APPEA Water Forum in Dalby on Thursday, a levy on petroleum tenure holders would fund more than $4 million required each financial year for the Queensland Water Commission (QWC) to carry out its role in investigating and monitoring groundwater resources as the CSG industry continues to expand.

"It's only fair that the industry pays for the costs of ensuring the environment is protected," Ms Darling said.

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