enviroMETS acknowledge the role of The Department of State Development, Infrastructure and Planning (DSDIP) has provided in advancing innovative, practical pathways for 
Transformative Post-Mining Land Use (T-PMLU) in Queensland.

This confirms the significance of enviroMETS’ collaborative model — bringing together government, industry, research and community — and affirms the momentum building behind our
T-PMLU agenda across industry stakeholders.

"enviroMETS was engaged by the Department of State Development, Infrastructure and Planning (the department) to find innovative and sustainable ways to make mining impacted land valuable for future generations.

Through a series of project collaborations, enviroMETS has supported mining equipment, technology and services (METS) companies associated with mine planning, tailings, mine waste, mine affected water and mining land remediation in Australia, particularly in Queensland by:

• conducting and sharing research into improvements to the processes and innovative recommercialisation, repurposing and remediation ideas used in the industry.

• working with government at all levels to ensure that the interests of industry, community and environment are represented regarding the public decision-making process.

• providing a forum to engage within and beyond the (METS) sector to discuss best practice and enhance the future of mining land.

Activities have included:

• Project 1: Ensure Regulatory Framework Supports Innovative PMLU Opportunities

• Project 2: Establish Economic Viability of Pilot Project Sites

• Project 3: Operate Pilot Site Demonstrate Technologies at Scale

The enviroMETS Strategic Plan for Transformative Post Mining Land Use (T-PMLU) Solutions continues to contribute towards new industry insights and project collaboration; improved policy and regulation settings; and leading towards greater economic activity on post-mining land for the future of regional economies, jobs, communities and the environment."

As enviroMETS Executive Director [Allan Morton] puts it:

“We intend to have established several operating Transformative Post-Mining Land Use sites by 2027. Each site will be enabled by testing a new, efficient regulatory pathway, supported by a sound business case developed to address specific regional development opportunities — factoring in the technical, economic, community, and environmental needs for long-term investment.”

This vision is both ambitious and achievable — but it won’t happen without greater industry commitment.

We are already working with more than 25 industry organisations and regions who are offering generous in-kind contributions. But to take the next steps — and to turn strategies into scalable, place-based projects — we need financial backing from industry leaders who share our vision.

Support enviroMETS today:

•  Become a Corporate Sponsor — align your brand with industry-led sustainability and innovation

•  Be a Financial Supporter — invest in real-world solutions that benefit your sector and regional Queensland

•  Join our Network of In-Kind Contributors — collaborate, share expertise, and help shape the future of mining land use

Contact us to discuss how you can get involved and help Queensland lead the way in post-mining land transformation.