Dept of Climate Change, Energy, Environment & Water
We are seeking feedback on draft guidance for industry about removing offshore oil and gas infrastructure during decommissioning. The guidance is only for Commonwealth waters.
Decommissioning is a normal part of the lifecycle of every offshore oil and gas project. The process must meet international and domestic environmental protection requirements. Approvals from multiple government departments and agencies are normally required to ensure the environment is protected. We welcome feedback from anyone with an interest in the process.
The draft guidance explains:
- required application and assessment considerations, including environmental protection and safety considerations
- regulatory requirements around infrastructure that must be removed from the sea
- infrastructure that in limited circumstances may be permitted to be left in the sea.
We developed the guidance with:
- Department of Industry, Science and Resources (DISR)
- National Offshore Petroleum Safety and Environmental Management Authority (NOPSEMA).
Visit the Have your say page to read the draft guidance and provide your feedback.
The public comment period closes Friday 2 August 2024.
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