Former top BHP economist urges tougher government policies to push miners to decarbonise

Dr. Huw McKay, a former top economist at BHP, is advocating for more stringent government policies to push major mining companies like BHP to accelerate their efforts towards decarbonization. He emphasizes that a carbon price is the most effective measure to encourage these firms to make significant changes. Internal documents revealed that BHP has been slow in advancing its renewable energy initiatives, highlighting the need for external pressure to drive meaningful action on emissions. This push for stronger climate policies underscores the critical role government intervention plays in tackling the climate crisis.