The Northern Jarrah Forests are facing a major new threat. Alcoa and South32 are seeking approval to clear 13,672 ha for bauxite mining. The two companies have already been responsible for the loss of over 30,000 ha of precious, ancient, biodiverse jarrah forests that grow nowhere else on Earth. Now that their proposed expansions are finally being assessed by the EPA we have a chance to draw the line and protect what's left of the NJF.
Find out more: bit.ly/ProtectNJF
The Northern Jarrah Forests are facing a major new threat. Alcoa and South32 are seeking approval to clear 13,672 ha for bauxite mining. The two companies have already been responsible for the loss of over 30,000 ha of precious, ancient, biodiverse jarrah forests that grow nowhere else on Earth. Now that their proposed expansions are finally being assessed by the EPA we have a chance to draw the line and protect what's left of the NJF.
Find out more: bit.ly/ProtectNJF
Minister Whitby has the power to prevent the proposed mining expansions from going ahead and to protect the Northern Jarrah Forests in secure conservation areas for future generations.
With Alcoa and South32's proposed expansions finally before the EPA, this is the best opportunity we've had in a generation to draw the line and protect what's left of the NJF.