– We don't like it when the fossil fuel industry is taking people's lives. We have had enough of empty words and greenwashing – she announced Greta Thunberg in a press release published by the international Extinction Rebellion movement.
Activists want to disrupt the operation of the company in Karstro, which is the largest onshore gas and light crude oil processing plant in Europe. Norwegian media reports that there are several dozen people in front of the gate. In addition to the so-called safety zone three motorboats and eight kayaks arrived. Their job is to block the waterway to the company. The protest began Saturday morning.
The media reports that this is the first time that Swedish Greta Thunberg has actively protested against the exploitation of oil and gas. Sweden– There is no plan to phase out fossil fuels anywhere near what is required to avoid the worst consequences of the climate crisis, the activist says.
Norway. Activists block terminal. “Consequences for deliveries to Europe”
The Karsto plant processes gas from deposits located in the North Sea and plays a key role. “Every day through the facility Gas worth approximately NOK 400 million is flowing. The interruption in supplies may have consequences for gas supplies to Europe,” writes the NRK portal.
Police and the Coast Guard have arrived at the scene. The protest is proceeding peacefully.
The company's spokeswoman informs that the plant is operating normally.
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