TotalEnergies kicked off public talks about their huge Namibia project this Monday, running through May 6. They hold an exploration license with partners Impact Oil and Gas, Namcor, and QatarEnergy for Block 2913B off southern Namibia. SLR Environmental Consulting will handle the environmental assessment with Urban Dynamics helping gather public input.
The company needs an Environmental Clearance Certificate before it can start work since its plans trigger multiple regulatory requirements. It wants to develop the Venus field, located 320 kilometers from Lüderitz at 3,000 meters depth, for commercial oil production. Its massive plans include drilling up to 40 underwater wells, installing seabed equipment, and anchoring a floating production storage vessel at the site.
Oil from the project will transfer to tankers heading to buyers, with supply vessels and aircraft supporting from existing shore facilities. If approved, construction and drilling might take five years before production starts, lasting at least 20 years afterward. They've already submitted their application to the Ministry of Mines, Energy, and Industry. During this scoping phase, local people can attend public meetings to share their thoughts about the proposed project.
The company needs an Environmental Clearance Certificate before it can start work since its plans trigger multiple regulatory requirements. It wants to develop the Venus field, located 320 kilometers from Lüderitz at 3,000 meters depth, for commercial oil production. Its massive plans include drilling up to 40 underwater wells, installing seabed equipment, and anchoring a floating production storage vessel at the site.
Oil from the project will transfer to tankers heading to buyers, with supply vessels and aircraft supporting from existing shore facilities. If approved, construction and drilling might take five years before production starts, lasting at least 20 years afterward. They've already submitted their application to the Ministry of Mines, Energy, and Industry. During this scoping phase, local people can attend public meetings to share their thoughts about the proposed project.
