Hon Christine Sharp questions the WA Government's stance on burning native forest wood, including residues, for energy. The Government is developing a position, emphasising environmental benefits and sustainability.

AnsweredQoN 152Legislative Council
Asked
7 August 2001
Portfolio
the Environment and Heritage

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Will the Western Australian Government rule out support for proposals to burn wood from native forests, including so-called ‘residues’, for energy in this State?

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Answered
13 September 2001
Responded by
Minister for Housing and Works representing the Minister for the Environment and Heritage
Response time
37 days
The Western Australian Government is currently developing a position on the use of biomass for renewable energy. The Government believes that there is a need to demonstrate that biomass energy developments can provide new environmental benefits and are derived from sustainable sources.

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