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Study Reveals Alarming Methane Emissions at Hail Creek Mine

3/27/2025

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A UN-backed study has uncovered alarming methane emissions from Queensland's Hail Creek coal mine, potentially three to eight times higher than Glencore's reports. Using aircraft for precise measurements, researchers emphasize the urgent need for accurate reporting. Glencore, however, contests these findings, pointing to limited data and advancements in emission tracking.

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A UN-backed study has uncovered alarming methane emissions from Queensland's Hail Creek coal mine, potentially three to eight times higher than Glencore's reports. Using aircraft for precise measurements, researchers emphasize the urgent need for accurate reporting. Glencore, however, contests these findings, pointing to limited data and advancements in emission tracking.