Chile’s commitment to wildlife conservation shines as it rejects a $2.5 billion iron mining project near the National Humboldt Penguin Reserve.
The decision comes after concerns raised by conservationists about potential harm to the endangered Humboldt penguins.
The proposed project by Andes Iron included massive metal extraction and a seaport, threatening the delicate ecosystem.
Environmental Minister Marcelo Mena emphasized the importance of adequate protection measures for endangered species.
“We support economic growth but not at the cost of our precious wildlife,” he stated.
This move mirrors global efforts to balance development with environmental preservation.
Similar actions, like India’s conservation of tigers over diamond mining …
