Methane leaks from coal mines need more regulation -report

Published 10:51 on September 9, 2024  /  Last updated at 10:51 on September 9, 2024  / /  Asia Pacific, Australia

Methane leaks from Queensland’s many coal mines are not being adequately addressed by the government or Australia’s beefed up Safeguard Mechanism, driving emissions up that should be falling, according to a report from an environmental law firm.
Methane leaks from Queensland’s many coal mines are not being adequately addressed by the government or Australia’s beefed up Safeguard Mechanism, driving emissions up that should be falling, according to a report from an environmental law firm.


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