The scale of the operation
Channel: TSM
Date: 2014-03-18

A rare look at coal seam and liquid natural gas exploration projects from the air, gives an idea of the sheer scale of operations in the Surat Basin. While looking at one well, consider that there are 54 thousand already marked in the area. Environmental groups such as Lock the Gate fear the impact of exploration around the Great Artesian Basin, which is referenced as Australia's water supply. The industry represents potential trillions of dollars - and it's thought no voice of dissent will stop the process -and that even if the gate is shut, the horse has already bolted.