Science Protecting Water in Hydraulic Fracturing

Learn about best practices for water management in unconventional gas extraction through this 55-minute webinar from the Australian Water School. Explore the recommendations made by a scientific inquiry in the Northern Territory for sustainable surface and groundwater resource management and risk mitigation in hydraulic fracturing for onshore shale gas. Discover how to maintain water quality for human consumption, agriculture, stock watering, and aquatic ecosystems in accordance with Australian guidelines. Delve into topics such as Queensland CSG LNG export, Australia's growth in LNG exports, the differences between shale gas and coal seam gas, hydraulic fracturing processes, water supply and waste water issues, potential contamination risks, and the economic viability of the industry. Gain insights into transitional energy sources, co-produced water management, water quality in coal seam gas operations, water treatment plant design, salinity types, risk management strategies, and brine disposal methods.