Environment
We have a strong commitment to sustainable mining practices that minimise impacts on the natural environment. We also want to make a positive contribution to the Cape Preston environment before, during and beyond our operation of the mine and associated infrastructure.
The proposed Dampier Archipelago Marine Park and Cape Preston Marine Management Area encompass the waters off Cape Preston. The Sino Iron project has prepared management plans to ensure that the conservation values associated with these areas are maintained. Furthermore, the company is investigating ways to extend the terrestrial portions within these conservation areas.
To minimise greenhouse impacts we are building an efficient, low emission combined-cycle power station which has around 40 percent less emissions than the alternatives. We will also plant 150,000 trees each year for ten years to assist in sequestering unavoidable carbon emissions. Recognising the need to conserve precious water supplies in the Pilbara the Sino Iron project will meet its water needs through the construction of a 51 gigalitre desalination plant. We will contribute to the control of mesquite, a noxious weed which has significantly modified the riverine environments of the Robe and Fortescue Rivers.
Below are Environmental Management Plans relating to the Sino Iron project. As the operator of the project, CPM will implement the requirements outlined in these approved documents, developed following the issue of Ministerial Statement 635 in October 2003.
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Environment reports
Energy Efficiency Opportunities Public Report 2011