WA Carbon Farming Industry Development Plan survey now open
The department has commenced the development of a Western Australian Carbon Farming Industry Development Plan, as part of the WA Government’s State Climate Policy.
The department has engaged Nature Solutions Consultancy to undertake consultation and analysis to inform the plan. This work will gather insights on industry capacity, market participation, workforce needs, and future opportunities and challenges for carbon farming in Western Australia. Information gathered will be used to support the Industry Development Plan and ensure it reflects industry experience and priorities.
Those interested in completing the online survey can access it at the link below until 5pm on Monday March 9 2026. If you have any questions please contact the Carbon Farming and Bioenergy team at carbonfarming@dpird.wa.gov.au
Complete the surveyThe long-term productivity and climate resilience of agriculture can be enhanced by carbon farming projects that integrate with ongoing farm businesses.
They can provide alternative income streams, landscape restoration and improved productivity for farmers and pastoralists.
These projects have the capacity to deliver a range of environmental, social, and economic co-benefits including biodiversity and conservation, soil health, salinity mitigation, agricultural productivity, and Aboriginal cultural and economic opportunities.
Carbon farming projects are registered under the Australian Government’s ACCU Scheme so they can be issued with Australian Carbon Credit Units (ACCUs), a tradeable asset. Carbon credits can incentivise the establishment of projects which can reduce carbon emissions, offering landholders income diversification and opportunities for insetting or offsetting.
See below for information on state government funding initiatives and how you can start a carbon farming project.
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Carbon Farming team