Australia’s environment minister says billionaire Palmer’s Central Queensland Coal proposal would likely have ‘unacceptable impacts’ on reef
It comes amid calls from the Greens to ban new coal and gas projects as the Albanese government’s bill to enshrine a 43% cut to greenhouse gas emissions made its way to the Senate.Environmentalists said the proposed refusal was a victory for the state, for the Great Barrier Reef, for the environment and for the climate.
In a statement, the minister said: “Based on the information available to me at this stage, I believe that the project would be likely to have unacceptable impacts to the Great Barrier Reef marine park, and the values of the Great Barrier Reef world heritage area and national heritage place.” “While I am seeking comment on my proposed decision, and until I make my final decision on this project, I am unable to make any further statements on the matter.”
“It looks like we now have a minister that understands the science, is willing to listen to community concerns, and act accordingly.
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