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(Reuters) - Rio Tinto, one of the largest Australian mining companies, on Thursday confirmed its exit from the state mining lobby group after raising concerns that its policy on expansion of coal mines did not align with the Paris Climate Agreement.
Global firms have been looking to appease regulators and shareholders by aiming for higher emission cuts across their operations to align with the Paris deal.
"After careful consideration, Rio Tinto will not renew its membership with the Queensland...
>>> Read more: Australia's Rio Tinto exits state mining lobby amid climate rift
Global firms have been looking to appease regulators and shareholders by aiming for higher emission cuts across their operations to align with the Paris deal.
"After careful consideration, Rio Tinto will not renew its membership with the Queensland...
>>> Read more: Australia's Rio Tinto exits state mining lobby amid climate rift
