#riotinto is planting native #pongamia trees in northern australia to explore biofuel alternatives. the oil-rich seeds could help reduce diesel reliance in #mining operations, especially on degraded land. a small but promising step toward #decarbonisation.
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https://amp.abc.net.au/article/105310666
Mining giant Rio Tinto growing native pongamia trees for biofuel potential
Rio Tinto has become Australia's largest producer of pongamia trees — to be used to make biofuel — as it aims to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels.
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#flags #indigenousflags #symbols #pongamia #tree #Larrakia #Larrakiapeople #Gulumirrgin #Kulaluk #indigenousculture #Aboriginal #1970s"The #pongamia #tree is super hardy and can grow on dry or degraded land without using pesticides, fertilizer, or extra water."
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'Miracle' tree that can grow on extremely dry land could help fight hunger and global overheating
The pongamia, billed as a 'miracle tree,' can grow on extremely dry or degraded land without using pesticides, fertilizer, or extra water.
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