Australia Approves Coal Mine Expansion in Queensland Despite Climate Advocates' Criticism
The Australian government has given the green light to expand the Saraji coal mine, operated by BHP Mitsubishi Alliance, a project expected to generate approximately 120 million tonnes of CO2 according to climate advocates.
The Australian government has authorized the expansion of the Saraji coal mine, located in Queensland in the country's northeast, according to information reported by RFI.
The mine is owned by BHP Mitsubishi Alliance (BMA), a joint venture between mining giant BHP and Japanese conglomerate Mitsubishi. According to data cited by RFI, the site's extension will enable the production of up to 55 million tonnes of coal by 2055.
Climate advocates cited by RFI view the environmental cost of this operation as excessive, pointing to an estimated release of 120 million tonnes of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere over the project's lifespan.
This decision comes at a time when Australia, one of the world's leading coal exporters, faces regular criticism from environmental organizations over its energy policy and climate commitments.
Specific details regarding approval conditions, any potential offsetting measures, or the project's implementation timeline have not been clarified in the available information.
Sources
- L'Australie autorise l'agrandissement d'une mine de charbon malgré l'exaspération des défenseurs du climat — RFI — Français
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