- Koala habitat to be cleared (ha): 599.55
- Lifetime Coal Combustion emissions (Mt CO₂-e): Unknown
Glencore are seeking to expand their Hail Creek mine on Widdi Country, clearing nearly 600ha of habitat for koala and other threatened species. Homevale National Park is located immediately east of the Project area. The existing Hail Creek Open Cut coal mine is one of the most polluting methane emitting mines on the planet. It is estimated to emit 20% of Australia’s methane emissions from coal mining, while accounting for just 1% of Australian coal production.
Species likely to be impacted: Koala, squatter pigeon, southern and central greater glider, glossy-black cockatoo, short-beaked Echidna
You can help stop this destructive mine by support local groups, Mackay Conservation Group, Queensland Conservation Council, Environment Council of Central Queensland, and Environment Advocacy - Central Queensland