Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
7468575 Environmental Science & Policy 2012 12 Pages PDF
Abstract
► We compile pollutant intensity data for coal mining in Australia. ► Most pollutants are showing increasing intensity over time. ► Open cut mining is significantly more pollutant intensive than underground. ► Policy can be effective, as shown by the strong reductions in SO2 emissions. ► Issues are discussed with the current National Pollutant Inventory system.
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Physical Sciences and Engineering Energy Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment
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