SA mining’s rate of decarbonisation failing to meet targets
13 January 2025 - 05:00
Despite its critical role in global decarbonisation, the SA mining industry has failed to reduce its environmental impact in line with the goals set about by the Paris Agreement, putting the sector at risk of losing out on financing and becoming less globally competitive.
Mining is second only to agriculture in terms of pollution, accounting for 28% of global greenhouse gas emissions when downstream emissions are included. ..
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