It has been one year since EnvA launched as appeal in the Land Court against the grant of an environmental authority to Blue Energy Limited (Blue), so we thought it was time for an update.
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Local conservation groups angry at Pembroke’s claim to be a leader in koala and greater glider research and protection
The news story, “Coal is not a dirty word”, in last weekends’ CQ Today has outraged Environmental Advocacy in Central Queensland – a local conservation group concerned about the impacts of coal mining on koalas, greater gliders and our environment.
Pembroke’s Olive Downs Coal Complex has approval to clear over 5,500ha of koala habitat and over 4,500ha of greater glider habitat. The coal mine footprint is over 25,000ha which is huge and will impact on many threatened species.
The Australian government uses tax-payer funds to help a coal mine expand its operations
Kestrel Coal has been granted $37.2 million to reduce ventilation methane emissions at its underground mine 40km north of Emerald.
EnvA considers that subsidising fossil fuels is not only financially irresponsible but also undermines our efforts to combat climate change.
“There should be no more government subsidies of fossil fuel companies.”
Future of coal in Central QLD: How to seize the opportunities of green steel
Central Queensland communities have a huge opportunity to capitalise on the growing demand for green steel made with alternative fuel sources as coal is phased out, according to an economic and finance expert who has spent many years investigating global coal markets. Coal and economics expert Simon Nicholas from the Institute of Energy Economics willContinue reading “Future of coal in Central QLD: How to seize the opportunities of green steel”
New report reveals coal mines pose massive clearing threat for CQ koalas
A new expert report reveals Central Queensland’s koalas face losing tens of thousands of hectares of what little habitat they have left if a dozen new coal mines are built. Using state of the art satellite mapping technology combined with government data, the CQUniversity study shows how the mining lease areas for 12 planned coalContinue reading “New report reveals coal mines pose massive clearing threat for CQ koalas”
Rise Up!
Environmental Advocacy in Central Queensland held two events as part of the national call for the Federal Government to Rise Up and take real steps to tackle reducing emissions and protect our environment. It was so great to see so many people attend our events and to sign on to our letter to Environment Minister,Continue reading “Rise Up!”
CQ residents do care about our climate
A local environment group, Environmental Advocacy in Central Queensland (EnvA) hosted a ‘Climate Leaders’ event last weekend to inspire our local community to get more involved in protecting our environment and lifestyle from the impacts of climate change. “What an impressive turn out”, said EnvA’s community campaigner, Matilda Widdowson. “We live in a region whichContinue reading “CQ residents do care about our climate”
Queensland coal miner cops fine from for covering up environmental breaches
The Baralaba Coal Mine cops a $16,500 for not advising the Commonwealth Government of a breach of their conditions.
This is a very rarely used enforcement action. The last time a coal comany was fined was Adani back on 2020.
Livingstone Shire Council’s Resilient Rural Living Expo
When: Saturday 13 April 8.30am-2pm
Where: Cawarral Cricket Ground
EnvA will be hosting a display at this event!
Come along and say hi to our amazing crew of volunteers, meet Koko the koala (and get a photo if you’d like!), find out more about our campaigns, or just have a chat about your views on coal, gas and climate change.
Climate Leaders and Climate Changers
When: Saturday 27 April 2 – 5pm
Where: Footlights Theatre and Restaurant, 123 Rockhampton Rd, Yeppoon
Join us to find out how we can all step up as climate leaders!
There are so many ways to make a difference for our environment and our future! This is your chance to hear from the some of the most outstanding climate leaders that are paving the way in addressing the most pressing environmental and social impacts that we are facing today.
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