Carbon capture and storage

Carbon capture and storage (CCS) is an emission reduction process that can capture carbon dioxide (CO2) produced from the use of fossil fuels in electricity generation and industrial processes. The process involves capturing CO2 and then storing it in underground geological formations or structures.

Applying for a resource authority

Before beginning exploration or storage activities, you need the appropriate greenhouse gas storage resource authority.

Exploration and investment resources

Queensland's resources industries

Investment information

Tenure information

Maps, data and publications

  • GeoResGlobe, our online GIS service, has tenure, geoscience and resource information.
  • The GSQ Open Data Portal lets you download large spatial data sets, maps and reports.
  • QSpatial allows you to view and download geospatial data and information.

Exploration reports

Holders of resource authorities are required to submit a range of statutory reports on their activities through the GSQ Lodgement Portal. After a period of confidentiality, these reports and data are made publicly available through the GSQ Open Data Portal.

Contact us

Contact the Geological Survey of Queensland for geoscience, exploration and investment information.