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Stanwell Coal Power Station releases 37,100 tonnes of sulfur dioxide

Jun 30 2018

Stanwell Coal Power Station reports releasing 37,100,000kg of sulfur dioxide in the year to 30 June 2018.
The Australian government links repeated or prolonged exposure to moderate concentrations of sulfur dioxide to inflammation of the respiratory tract, wheezing and lung damage.