Turning the Tide Newsletter – Spring 2024
Blasting Threats
Together we’re making waves against seismic blasting.
Approval of two destructive offshore seismic blasting projects were stalled after AMCS supporters made an immense 36,000 submissions opposing the plans.
Despite these delays, the threats remain and we will be ready to challenge further proposals.
The TGS/SLB – Schlumberger seismic blasting proposal included 45,000 km2 of ocean – including Commonwealth marine parks and endangered blue whale feeding areas. Following our strong campaign, the proposed area was reduced to 31,500 km2, but it is still threatening the Zeehan Marine Park.
What is seismic blasting?
Seismic blasting is used by fossil fuel industry to survey below the ocean floor. Powerful air guns fire loud blasts of compressed air every 10 to 15 seconds, 24 hours a day. Sound waves louder than an atomic bomb, penetrate deep into the seabed and can be devastating to marine life.
Your continued support ensures we can keep fighting against offshore oil and gas expansion.
Abolish Seismic Blasting
We need an end to Special Prospecting Authority (SPA) seismic blasting permits to protect our marine life. The Australian Government can take action to abolish these quick, reckless and harmful seismic blasting permits. Take action and tell the government to stop seismic blasting.
