enviroMETS Lighthouse Project One (LHP1) to undertook a high level analysis of regulatory and industry practices impacting on Post-Mining Land-Use (PMLU) outcomes in Queensland. As a for-purpose company funded by industry and government, eMQ has a key role in growing the METS sector in Queensland. 

The analysis was done over 15 weeks from August 2023. It identified a number of key findings that impact the industry's ability to do something better than filling in the mining void. 

Unsurprisingly, for potential PMLU proponents, navigating this complex governance environment can be daunting, if not outright intimidating. Yet, the achievement of PMLU outcomes offers communities and individuals so many potential benefits, including improved environmental outcomes, new economic development opportunities, as well as just outcomes for Traditional Owners and regional communities.

The report makes nine recommendations that are now being further developed as a briefing white paper for delivery early 2024.

A copy of the report can be downloaded from here.