Approximately 95% of Australia's landmass is uninhabited,
giving the impression that little competition exists for the
development of this land. In reality, vast areas of the Australian
continent are endowed with valuable resources that are critical for
the development of new 'clean' technologies, and this same
land is often also ideal for other competing land uses, including
agricultural pursuits or renewable energy developments. This
predicament is more frequently leading to renewable energy
operators scoping out land for wind and solar farm projects that
overlaps with existing exploration tenements for mineral and gas
resources.
These circumstances have led to various challenges and
opportunities as both industries seek to use the land effectively
while balancing their respective commercial goals. Some of the key
issues we've been working through include conflicting land use
rights under the current legislative regimes, lack of clear
government policy regarding
