Western Australia has the most stringent well integrity and resource management conditions and regulations in the country for the petroleum and geothermal industries.
Before drilling operations are approved the department assesses applications to ensure work is conducted in accordance with good oil field practices and in a way that reduces the risk to the environment.
Native vegetation clearing permit for energy resource titles
Apply for a clearing permit for Energy Resource development and operational activities.
Resource management for energy resource titles
Find information on resource management and administration regulations for petroleum and geothermal activities and closure and decommissioning.
Legislative requirements for energy resource titles
Laws and rules for petroleum exploration and development.
Policies, guidelines and agreements for environmental matters affecting energy resources
All onshore petroleum proposals in Western Australia are assessed by the department.
Notifications and reporting for energy resources
Reporting requirements for Petroleum exploration and production activities
Well integrity management for energy resources
Well integrity manages the risk of released fluids into surrounding environments
Underground gas storage for energy resources titles
Underground gas storage projects play a crucial role in WA's domestic gas market
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