UNESCO asks Argentina to suspend the Vaca Muerta pipeline terminal works in Punta Colorada and submit urgent environmental data by February 2027.
Argentina · Energy
Key Facts
—UNESCO request The World Heritage Committee asked Argentina to suspend works on the VMOS terminal in Punta Colorada, Golfo San Matías.
—Deadline Argentina must submit urgent additional environmental information by 1 February 2027.
—Project lead The export corridor is developed by a consortium led by state-controlled oil company YPF.
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