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Arrow Energy NL reached the finals in Australia’s most prestigious environmental awards with nominations for the company’s innovative recycling of coal seam gas waste water and coal mine degassing in Queensland.
Arrow chief executive Nick Davies said the finalist nominations in the Banksia Environmental Awards categories of Prime Minister’s Environmentalist of the Year Award, Eco Innovation Award and Water Award would encourage greater efforts by employees and the industry to ensure sustainability.
“Arrow Energy places great importance on building strong relationships in the communities in which we operate and on responsible environmental performance,” he said.
“These award nominations for our work in capturing greenhouse gas emissions at Moranbah North Coal Mine and harnessing coal seam gas (CSG) water for community benefit at Dalby will spur the replication of these projects both across Australia and internationally.”
Arrow’s environmental manager Ralph Gunness has been nominated for the Prime Minister’s Environmentalist of the Year Award for his work in harnessing water generated as a by-product of the company’s CSG production near Dalby, Queensland.
The drought-hit agricultural community is set to benefit from the recycling of the equivalent of up to 1,387 Olympic swimming pools of water each year by a planned reverse osmosis plant for potable water supply.
Current users include Peabody Surat Pty Ltd’s Wilkie Creek Mine and local cattle feedlots, while a trial scheme with Queensland’s Department of Primary Industries and Fisheries to grow saltwater fish in CSG water may spawn a new industry west of the Great Divide.
“Our partnerships with Dalby Town Council, Peabody, cattle producers Mort & Co. and Wambo Cattle and community groups including the Nandi Water Futures Association and the Condamine Alliance have allowed the distribution of water that would otherwise have been evaporated under current regulations,” Mr Davies said.
“Similar projects are being discussed at Moranbah and Gladstone, in addition to other mining projects both in Australia and overseas.”
The Dalby project also led to Arrow’s nomination in the Water Award category for outstanding achievement in protecting, conserving or enhancing Australia’s water resources.
In addition, Arrow’s successful partnership with Anglo Coal Australia at Moranbah North Coal Mine to extract coal seam methane prior to underground mining has led to its nomination for the Eco Innovation Award for significant reduction in greenhouse gas emissions.
Methane extracted from the Anglo-operated mine is currently producing 4 terajoules a day for Arrow’s Moranbah Gas Project, the only supplier of natural gas to the Townsville market.
“This partnership has delivered a win, win, win for the environment, with the saving of the equivalent of 120,000 cars’ worth of greenhouse gas emissions through degassing the mine and another 40,000 through substitution of methane gas for coal-fired power, on top of improved production and safety,” Mr Davies said.
The project has produced new technological innovations and safety standards, and Arrow is considering similar agreements with mine operators in the Bowen Basin and overseas.
“Arrow has signed deals in China, Indonesia and India for the exploration of CSG and all three countries could benefit from the improved safety conditions and emissions reductions provided by degassing of coal mines,” he said.
About Arrow Energy
Arrow Energy N.L. (ASX code: AOE) is one of Australia’s leading coal seam gas companies, focusing on the exploration and development of CSG resources in south and central Queensland and northern New South Wales. The S&P/ASX200 company will supply Queensland with 25 per cent of its daily gas needs by the end of 2007 and is pursuing international business development opportunities in China, India, Indonesia and Vietnam.
About the Banksia Awards
The annual Banksia Awards, hosted by the Banksia Environmental Foundation, are regarded as the most prestigious awards program of their kind in Australia. The Banksia Awards recognise outstanding environmental achievements by businesses and individuals. The Banksia Environmental Award categories reflect the major environmental issues facing Australia today, including climate change, water preservation, land and biodiversity, sustainable development practices and minimising energy usage. The Prime Minister of Australia, the Hon. John Howard MP, is the Chief Patron of the Banksia Awards.
Banksia Award finalists were announced on 5 June, World Environment Day, and winners will be announced at the Banksia Awards Gala Dinner on 20 July at the Sydney Exhibition and Convention Centre. For more information, refer to www.banksiafdn.com.au.
About the Banksia Environmental Foundation
The Banksia Environmental Foundation is an independent and collaborative national organisation that unites Australian businesses, individuals and government to recognise environmental excellence and develop solutions for Australia’s major environmental issues.
The Banksia Environmental Foundation formed in 1989 when a group of diverse Australians assembled to support and recognise members of the community for their positive and pro-active contribution to the environment. The Banksia Awards are the Foundation’s flagship event, recognising environmental excellence by business and individuals.
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Arrow chief executive Nick Davies said the finalist nominations in the Banksia Environmental Awards categories of Prime Minister’s Environmentalist of the Year Award, Eco Innovation Award and Water Award would encourage greater efforts by employees and the industry to ensure sustainability.
“Arrow Energy places great importance on building strong relationships in the communities in which we operate and on responsible environmental performance,” he said.
“These award nominations for our work in capturing greenhouse gas emissions at Moranbah North Coal Mine and harnessing coal seam gas (CSG) water for community benefit at Dalby will spur the replication of these projects both across Australia and internationally.”
Arrow’s environmental manager Ralph Gunness has been nominated for the Prime Minister’s Environmentalist of the Year Award for his work in harnessing water generated as a by-product of the company’s CSG production near Dalby, Queensland.
The drought-hit agricultural community is set to benefit from the recycling of the equivalent of up to 1,387 Olympic swimming pools of water each year by a planned reverse osmosis plant for potable water supply.
Current users include Peabody Surat Pty Ltd’s Wilkie Creek Mine and local cattle feedlots, while a trial scheme with Queensland’s Department of Primary Industries and Fisheries to grow saltwater fish in CSG water may spawn a new industry west of the Great Divide.
“Our partnerships with Dalby Town Council, Peabody, cattle producers Mort & Co. and Wambo Cattle and community groups including the Nandi Water Futures Association and the Condamine Alliance have allowed the distribution of water that would otherwise have been evaporated under current regulations,” Mr Davies said.
“Similar projects are being discussed at Moranbah and Gladstone, in addition to other mining projects both in Australia and overseas.”
The Dalby project also led to Arrow’s nomination in the Water Award category for outstanding achievement in protecting, conserving or enhancing Australia’s water resources.
In addition, Arrow’s successful partnership with Anglo Coal Australia at Moranbah North Coal Mine to extract coal seam methane prior to underground mining has led to its nomination for the Eco Innovation Award for significant reduction in greenhouse gas emissions.
Methane extracted from the Anglo-operated mine is currently producing 4 terajoules a day for Arrow’s Moranbah Gas Project, the only supplier of natural gas to the Townsville market.
“This partnership has delivered a win, win, win for the environment, with the saving of the equivalent of 120,000 cars’ worth of greenhouse gas emissions through degassing the mine and another 40,000 through substitution of methane gas for coal-fired power, on top of improved production and safety,” Mr Davies said.
The project has produced new technological innovations and safety standards, and Arrow is considering similar agreements with mine operators in the Bowen Basin and overseas.
“Arrow has signed deals in China, Indonesia and India for the exploration of CSG and all three countries could benefit from the improved safety conditions and emissions reductions provided by degassing of coal mines,” he said.
About Arrow Energy
Arrow Energy N.L. (ASX code: AOE) is one of Australia’s leading coal seam gas companies, focusing on the exploration and development of CSG resources in south and central Queensland and northern New South Wales. The S&P/ASX200 company will supply Queensland with 25 per cent of its daily gas needs by the end of 2007 and is pursuing international business development opportunities in China, India, Indonesia and Vietnam.
About the Banksia Awards
The annual Banksia Awards, hosted by the Banksia Environmental Foundation, are regarded as the most prestigious awards program of their kind in Australia. The Banksia Awards recognise outstanding environmental achievements by businesses and individuals. The Banksia Environmental Award categories reflect the major environmental issues facing Australia today, including climate change, water preservation, land and biodiversity, sustainable development practices and minimising energy usage. The Prime Minister of Australia, the Hon. John Howard MP, is the Chief Patron of the Banksia Awards.
Banksia Award finalists were announced on 5 June, World Environment Day, and winners will be announced at the Banksia Awards Gala Dinner on 20 July at the Sydney Exhibition and Convention Centre. For more information, refer to www.banksiafdn.com.au.
About the Banksia Environmental Foundation
The Banksia Environmental Foundation is an independent and collaborative national organisation that unites Australian businesses, individuals and government to recognise environmental excellence and develop solutions for Australia’s major environmental issues.
The Banksia Environmental Foundation formed in 1989 when a group of diverse Australians assembled to support and recognise members of the community for their positive and pro-active contribution to the environment. The Banksia Awards are the Foundation’s flagship event, recognising environmental excellence by business and individuals.
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