Argentina MPs approve bill allowing mining in glaciers | Environment News

Argentina’s Chamber of Deputies approved an amendment to the Glacier Law, allowing mining in ecologically sensitive areas of glaciers and permafrost. The move was met with widespread protests from environmentalists who argue it threatens water resources. Javier Milei, president of Argentina, championed the bill, claiming it is necessary to attract large-scale mining projects. Environmental activist Flavia Broffoni refuted this claim, stating that there is no possibility of creating a sustainable mine in such an environment. The amendment now heads to the Senate for further consideration.