Carbon survey approval granted

The Department of Mines and Petroleum was this week given approval from the Harvey Shire Council to undertake 3D seismic surveys in the shire as part of the South West Hub project.

The carbon capture and storage project is working to determine if the Lesueur aquifer is suitable for permanent carbon storage.

The project has split the Harvey-Waroona community with some farmers voicing opposition but proponents say it will help Australia reduce its emissions.