April 3, 2021 Air Pollution Source: Google Images A multi-billion rand industrial project planned for Limpopo has raised concerns of catastrophic pollution and environmental damage. Reuters reported that the Musina-Makhado Energy-Metallurgical Special Economic Zone (EMSEZ) will consist of a cluster of 20 steel and other metalworking plants which are fuelled by a coal-fired power station. The project aims to provide nearly 54,000 jobs in Limpopo, according to government data. It will cover 8,000 hectares with industrial facilities including a coal washery and plants for coking coal, ferromanganese, steel and cement. However, the Centre for Environmental Rights (CER), a South African environmental law organisation, has submitted comments opposing the project on behalf of green groups.