What specific emissions did Inpex allegedly under-report at its Ichthys LNG plant, and during what time period?

The Northern Territory Environment Protection Authority charged Inpex with under-reporting benzene and toluene emissions from its Ichthys LNG plant between 2019 and 2024, citing breaches of its environmental licence.

What regulatory action followed Inpex's October disclosure of under-reported emissions, and what key recommendation was made for LNG facilities?

Following Inpex's October disclosure of significant under-reporting, the regulator conducted a review of Ichthys LNG and Santos' Darwin LNG operations, resulting in 23 recommendations — including the installation of continuous emissions monitoring equipment at major emission sources — which the regulator endorsed in July and will now incorporate into amended environmental licences.

Australian Regulator Sues Japan's Inpex Over Ichthys LNG Emissions Breaches

Aug 4, 2026

Australia's Northern Territory regulator charged Japanese energy giant Inpex with under-reporting benzene and toluene emissions at its Ichthys LNG plant between 2019 and 2024. The case follows a regulatory review prompting tougher rules for both Inpex and Santos facilities.

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