Coal Giant Australia Must Consider Climate in Mine Approvals
- Judge says risks need to be factor in looming project decision
- Ruling could be precedent for all fossil fuel sectors: lawyer
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Australia’s government has been ordered to consider risks posed to young people from climate change in a looming decision on a coal mine expansion -- a ruling that could set a precedent for all fossil fuel projects.