BHP halted project that would cut global emissions by 1.7m tonnes a year
BHP has halted plans for an iron ore processing plant in the Pilbara that would have significantly reduced global emissions. Internal documents reveal that the project was deemed not profitable enough despite its potential environmental benefits. The decision raises concerns about BHP's commitment to climate leadership and its impact on global emissions reduction efforts.
- ▪BHP stopped plans for a processing plant that could cut emissions by 1.7 million tonnes annually.
- ▪The project was initially seen as a profitable opportunity but was ultimately deemed marginal.
- ▪Halting the project may affect China's emissions reduction targets in the steel industry.
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BHP dumped plans for processing plant that would cut global emissions by 1.7 million tonnes a yearBy Angus Grigg, Alex McDonald, Marian Wilkinson and Jade ToomeyFour CornersTopic:Climate ChangeTue 26 May 2026 at 3:07pmTue 26 May 2026 at 3:07pmTue 26 May 2026 at 3:07pmInternal documents from BHP show the mining giant dumped plans for an iron ore processing plant in the Pilbara. (Four Corners)In short:Leaked documents show BHP halted plans to process iron ore at its Jimblebar mine in the Pilbara last May that would have significantly cut carbon emissions.The project had been in the works since 2022 but the documents suggested it would not be as profitable as the mining giant would like.What's next?BHP says it is on track to meet its 2030 global emissions reductions target and reach net zero…
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