Terms of Reference

Aerial view of Curtis Island.

The Queensland Government, in consultation with the Commonwealth Government, set out specific matters, referred to as Terms of Reference, to be studied as part of an environmental impact statement for the Queensland Curtis LNG Project.

The Terms of Reference for the Queensland Curtis LNG Project required detailed assessment of existing conditions and potential impacts or benefits relating to:

• Cultural heritage, including indigenous and historic heritage in the study area
• Social and economic conditions
• Ecological habitats and flora and fauna
• Health and safety
• Topography, geology and soils
• Land use
• Infrastructure
• Climate, greenhouse gases and carbon offsets
• Waste management
• Transport and traffic issues
• Workforce requirements
• Housing requirements
• Water resources
• Air quality
• Noise and vibration
• Hazards and risks
• Cumulative impacts

Download the PDF of the full Terms of Reference. Alternatively, you can visit: www.dip.qld.gov.au