Yacimientos Carboníferos Río Turbio controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2020
Oil spill near Primavera River
Frozen and ruptured pipes caused an oil release from the mine’s internal power facilities, which was reported to Santa Cruz environmental authorities.
2017
Prosecutions over alleged fraudulent administration
Former minister Julio de Vido and other figures were detained or prosecuted in cases alleging fraudulent administration connected with Río Turbio.
2016
Power-project corruption investigations
A state audit of the delayed thermal plant generated multiple criminal cases concerning alleged corruption in the project’s planning, contracting, and administration.
2004
Río Turbio mine fire and collapse
A conveyor-belt fire spread through the mine during a shift change, followed by a collapse that killed 14 miners. Investigations and unions cited inadequate alarms, sensors, maintenance, and safety oversight.