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Coal miner reaps price rise from Middle East conflict

Coalminer New Hope is experiencing a price lift for the black mineral from the war in the Middle East, after posting a sharp fall in interim profit.

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‘Energy transition without carbon capture is impossible’

In a first, India set aside Rs 20,000 crore in the recent Union budget for Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS). This technology, adopted in a limited way by many countries, will be rolled out over the next five years in sectors such as chemicals, power, steel, cement and refineries.

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Thousands of abandoned coal mines in the US could become giant ‘water batteries’ storing clean energy, scientists say

Across the United States, thousands of abandoned coal mines sit quietly beneath the ground. Old tunnels, empty shafts, and remnants of an industrial era that once powered cities and factories. For decades, these sites were mostly seen as environmentally problematic, expensive to maintain, and difficult to repurpose.

The Times of India

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Great new prog you must hear from Devin Townsend, Green Carnation, Midge Ure, Teramaze and more in Prog's brand new Tracks Of The Week

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Russia earned €6bn from fossil fuel exports since start of Iran war, data suggests

Figures from thinktank show Russia received extra €672m in revenues from oil, gas and coal during March so far

The Guardian - UK

Climate watchdog urges France to set roadmap to phase out fossil fuels

France’s top climate advisory body on Thursday called on the government to set out a precise roadmap for phasing out coal, oil and gas, warning that the country's "ambitious" climate targets will need clearer political backing and stronger implementation.

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‘Beggars belief’: calls for federal intervention after extension to ‘carbon bomb’ open-cut coalmine approved by Queensland government

Hail Creek is responsible for about 20% of Australia’s coalmine methane, while only producing 1% of the country’s coal

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Nations will release an extra 400 million barrels of oil to the market. All we need to do now is not panic at the pump

Despite being one of the world’s top exporters of fossil fuels (coal and gas), Australia has little left of its own oil. Neither does New Zealand.

The Conversation

Fatal mine crash likely had medical cause, coroner told

There were two plausible theories for why a drill rig worker suddenly accelerated his ute before fatally crashing into a mine truck, a coroner has been told.

AAP

Gassy, koala-threatening coal mine gets state stamp

Environmental groups are urging the federal government to act to prevent a coal mine emitting methane pollution and destroying koala habitat.

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Former PM laments coalition's anti-climate 'religion'

Opposition to taking action on climate change is intensifying and driven by ideology rather than engineering, says former prime minister Malcolm Turnbull.

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Renewable Energy Surge: Solar & Wind's Big Eco Wins and Hidden Costs Revealed

Solar and wind power slash emissions but bring land use and wildlife challenges. Unpack renewable energy impact, eco benefits, and solar wind environment trade-offs in this balanced overview.

International Business Times

Rice could be key ingredient to cutting steel emissions

Steel producers could cut carbon emissions in half by substituting agricultural waste for coal in its production, a world-first trial has found.

AAP

South Africa’s power utility Eskom tried to block a gold mine from going solar – but lost in court

South Africa’s national energy policy says: build more renewable power facilities and build them fast.

The Conversation

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Coal Is Back at Tennessee Valley Authority — And Energy Investors Should Pay Attention

The nation's biggest energy provider has reversed plans to retire two major coal plants. The decision has serious implications for energy markets moving forward, and investors need to react accordingly.

The Guardian - US

Most US coal plants could meet air pollution rules. Trump weakened them anyway

EPA found only 27 of 219 plants needed upgrades; 71 later got exemptions as Donald Trump scrapped mercury limits

Roll Call

Manchin says Democrats' 2022 reconciliation law boosted energy security

Former Sen. Joe Manchin says 2022 law set the stage for U.S. energy security and is skeptical Republicans can revive coal sector.

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Why Most People Lose Peace Over Unfairness And What Gita Reveals Instead

अद्वेष्टा सर्वभूतानां मैत्रः करुण एव च । निर्ममो निरहङ्कारः समदुःखसुखः क्षमी ॥ Life is full of surprises, but not all of them feel good. Someone takes credit for your hard work, unfair words are spoken, or your intentions are misunderstood. These moments sting deeply, and our minds replay them endlessly.…

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Coal miners dudded by 'inferior' transition help

Councils, unions and other groups have voiced support for the inclusion of export coal mine workers in the flagship federal workforce transition program.

The Independent UK

The EPA just loosened mercury rules for coal plants. Here’s what the toxic metal can do to your health

Environmental and health groups blasted the decision, saying it would leave all Americans in danger

The Independent UK

Trump administration eases limits on coal plants for emitting mercury, other toxins

The Environmental Protection Agency on Friday weakened limits on mercury and other toxic emissions from coal-fired power plants

Char-Broil’s new barbecue offers charcoal and electric grilling in one – but it’s the price you’ll love

Char-Broil debuts ‘UK first’ electric and charcoal barbecue

The Guardian - UK

Miner Glencore to give $2bn to shareholders despite profit slump

FTSE 100 company reports 6% fall in annual profits weeks after collapse of $260bn merger with Rio Tinto

Times Life

The Air Here Can Kill, Welcome to the World’s Most Polluted Place

What Does “Most Polluted” Even Mean? It’s not like one place wins a forever trophy for being the worst, air quality rankings aren’t set in stone. Reports from groups like IQ Air track PM2.5 levels (fine particulate matter) over months or a year, comparing how often cities exceed safe limits…

The Conversation

Cold and expensive v hot, cheap and eco-friendly: the contrasting histories of home heating in the UK and Sweden

The new year in Sweden began with some record-breaking cold temperatures. Temperatures in the village of Kvikkjokk in the northern Swedish part of Lapland dropped to -43.6°C, the lowest recorded since records began in 1887.

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