The mining, renewable energy and agriculture sectors are competing for precious groundwater in WA's Wheatbelt.
There are concerns that new industries will put pressure on water supply in the Moora Shire.Growing competition for groundwater use in WA's Wheatbelt has local leaders concerned and calling for clearer approaches to water licensing.
Groundwater extraction sustains primary industries across the state, but competition for it is increasing.But she did not know if there was enough groundwater to supply domestic needs, ongoing food production, and prospective new projects."Because the renewable energy transition, plus food production, plus mining, if all of those projects go ahead it's going to be a mammoth drain on our water resources.
She said exploring options such as miners using lower-grade water, desalination, and water treatment was essential.A look at licensed operators within 30km of the Moora townsite highlights the challenges Ms Lefroy's community faces. Dalmeny has further applications for 13.5 gigalitres of water, with Caravel seeking an additional 3 gigalitres.
"By drawing the aquifer back down we have the opportunity to draw those salts back down into the soil profile again.")
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