Without a trace
This research identified the nature and likely extent of damage to agricultural soils, and methods for improving soils.
The project aimed to provide methods for installing and operating gas infrastructure that avoids soil damage. The work has also identified novel methods for avoiding damage and improving soils, and rehabilitating any damage that does occur.
Reports and papers
The effects of coal seam gas infrastructure development on arable land
This report was conducted to: (1) assess the extent of damage to agricultural soil caused by the various elements of CSG development, and (2) estimate the likely impact of soil compaction, caused during the establishment of CSG infrastructure, on crop productivity.
The effects of coal seam gas infrastructure development on arable land in southern Queensland, Australia: field investigations and modelling
The study was undertaken using a paired-sites approach by comparing measurements conducted on selected soil properties in areas around and including well-head sites with measurements in neighbouring agricultural fields.
Extras
Soil compaction
Heavy machinery from CSG operations can compact clay soils but rehabilitation should restore productivity.
Agricultural land management knowledge transfer session
The outcomes of this project were presented, along with other projects at an agricultural land management knowledge transfer session was held in Toowoomba on 2 December 2016, with representatives from government and industry.
Project Progress
This project is complete.
Project proposal
A detailed description of the project, budget and research milestones.
