Gas extraction in Groningen should be completely stopped this year instead of at the end of next year, mining regulator SodM has recommended. The regulator said the recent government decision to allow extraction until October 1 2024 in case of a shortfall next winter will prolong the uncertainty of Groningers in the affected areas. Last year SodM accused the government of putting the interests of the gas companies before that of the health of the locals. “The shoring up of…
Mining regulator wants Groningen gas extraction to end this year
