Leaked documents show Australia's richest company quietly shelved plans to go green
Leaked documents reveal that BHP has postponed significant green initiatives aimed at reducing emissions in Western Australia, despite previously asserting a commitment to climate action. The internal communications indicate that the company has not allocated funds for major renewable energy projects until 2031 and plans to continue using diesel trucks for several more years. This shift raises concerns about BHP's ability to meet its net zero goals and the implications for Australia's climate targets.
- ▪BHP has shelved billions of dollars in green projects while publicly claiming to be committed to cutting emissions.
- ▪Internal documents show no funding for major renewable energy projects in the Pilbara until 2031.
- ▪The company has delayed a critical solar project, citing cash prioritization, despite acknowledging potential reputational risks.
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Leaked documents expose how BHP shelved its 'urgent' plans to cut WA emissionsBy Angus Grigg, Alex McDonald, Marian Wilkinson and Jade ToomeyFour CornersTopic:Mining and Metals IndustryMon 25 May 2026 at 8:30pmMon 25 May 2026 at 8:30pmMon 25 May 2026 at 8:30pmabc.net.au/news/bhp-leaked-documents-climate-emissions-cuts-delay-electric-truck/106706762Link copiedShareShare articleMining giant BHP quietly shelved billions of dollars of green projects despite promising the public it was committed to cutting emissions, and telling its board climate action was "urgent" and any delays would "risk" its reputation.Hundreds of pages of internal BHP documents, exclusively leaked to Four Corners and Guardian Australia, reveal how the company sought to publicly position itself as a climate leader while…
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