Jackdaw gas field emissions 'won't materially influence global warming', says owner
Quick Look
- Adura's updated Environmental Impact Assessment states emissions from the controversial Jackdaw gas field will account for less than 0.02% of annual global greenhouse gases, asserting they "not materially influence" global warming.
- This report was mandated by regulators after a previous submission was deemed inadequate and following a legal challenge from environmental groups.
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Why It Matters
Adura's updated Environmental Impact Assessment for the Jackdaw gas field states its emissions will have a minimal impact on global warming. This report was required by regulators after a previous submission was found inadequate and following a legal challenge from environmental groups.
Emissions from the controversial Jackdaw gas field in the North Sea will "not materially influence" global warming, according to a new report from its owner.
Adura's updated Environmental Impact Assessment, external (EIA) said the project would account for less than 0.02% of annual global greenhouse gases during its lifetime.
The new assessment was required by the industry regulator, after it found several areas had not been adequately addressed in a previous submission.
The report was ordered by a judge who ruled that ministerial consent for Jackdaw was unlawful, following a legal challenge from environmental groups.
Open Questions
- Will the legal challenge impact the project's future?
- What are the specific concerns of the environmental groups?
