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Project 1.7

Collaborative planning for post-mining development in Latrobe Valley – Stage 1

Research Program

Regional Economic Development

Project Leader

Associate Professor Jess Reeves, Federation University

Dr Tira Foran, CSIRO

Project ID

1.7

Summary

The project brings together mine operators, government, Traditional Owners and community groups through an independent, facilitated process to consider what opportunities the extensive lands currently zoned for mining present for the future, post-coal fired power generation. It aims to build and support existing processes, avoiding duplication and focusing on what is realistic, feasible and desirable.

Project Partners

CSIRO, Energy Australia, AGL, Mine Land Rehabilitation Authority, GHD, Central Gippsland Region Water Corporation, Resources Victoria, ENGIE, LYB Operations and Maintenance, Latrobe City Council, Latrobe Valley Authority, Gunaikurnai Land and Waters Corporation, University of South Australia and Federation University.

Duration

12 months