Resource industry
Salt remains the dominant-commodity, with two large-scale solar-salt operations at Lake MacLeod and Useless Loop harvesting from natural brines under ideal climate conditions.
With its location between major mining hubs and access to supply-chain infrastructure, the region offers growth potential in servicing capital, operational and maintenance spend of the resource sector.
Emerging exploration for minerals such as sand, semi-precious stones, mineral sands and rare earths adds to the future pipeline.
Renewable energy
The Gascoyne is also well-placed for renewable energy development. With world-class wind and solar resources, flat coastal land and supporting infrastructure, the region is being targeted for large-scale clean energy exports, including green hydrogen.
Local initiatives such as rooftop solar, wind-battery microgrids and regional energy programs are already underway, and the Gascoyne has the potential to be a green hydrogen hub for domestic and Asian export markets.
This convergence of traditional resources and renewables positions the region as a strong foundation for investment, jobs and sustainable growth in the resources-industry supply chain.
The Resource Statistics You Should Know
Salt Operations in Shark Bay and Carnarvon
Value of salt in the Gascoyne (2023/2024)
Value of Mineral Sands and Gypsum in the Gascoyne (2023/2024)
Annual rainfall
average daily sunshine
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