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https://www.theguardian.com/environ...o-ahead-in-cumbria?CMP=Share_AndroidApp_Other
https://www.theguardian.com/environ...o-ahead-in-cumbria?CMP=Share_AndroidApp_Other
For a while I thought the same, but that doesn't seem to be the case, Caroline explains it....It's a specific type of coal for a specific purpose and, in world terms, at tiny volume. If it provides employment where it's otherwise limited then what's the problem?
It's a specific type of coal for a specific purpose and, in world terms, at tiny volume. If it provides employment where it's otherwise limited then what's the problem?
Plus, supposedly, unless we reduce our use of steel, then, the equivalent amount of suitable coal will be imported (from Russia?) and burnt here anyway, so, total CO2 etc output in terms of coal burnt (not transported) will be the same.
Plus, supposedly, unless we reduce our use of steel, then, the equivalent amount of suitable coal will be imported (from Russia?) and burnt here anyway, so, total CO2 etc output in terms of coal burnt (not transported) will be the same.
The article says that the coke extracted from that mine has too much sulfur for the UK market, so the UK steel manufacturers will continue using Russian coke with lower sulfur content.
The output of the mine will not replace Russian coke, and the expectation is that about 85% of the output will be exported.
As for touted benefits. It will not affect British energy security as the coal is not the right type for power generation, and the number of jobs created will be relatively small.
The number of jobs being touted is 500. You are right, a small number, unless, that is, you happen to be one of the 500 who get a job.
Rather like the risks quoted when considering surgery, say, for a cataract operation, 99% success, fantastic, unless that is, you happen to be in the 1%.
£160M might be better invested in Cumbria and create more and longer lasting industries....
The article says they are looking at new ways of making Green Steel using hydrogen obtained via renewables.
I’m sure it’s years away so burning coke will be easier cheaper and quicker.