The Latest Breaking News from Coal

India pushes for fair and inclusive roadmap for green energy journey

India, the world’s third largest polluter, has called for a just and inclusive energy transition while standing against proposed deadlines to phase out coal by emerging economies.

Radio France Internationale · May 18, 2023

Eskom warns South Africa to brace for longer power cuts

State power firm says it may ramp up scheduled electricity outages to avoid a national grid collapse.

Al Jazeera · May 18, 2023

The gas industry should be transparent about its future. So should MPs and the media

An industry conference this week is talking up gas expansion as a key to solving the climate crisis, but the reality is gas power is undeniably in decline

The Guardian - AU · May 18, 2023

EPA finally wakes up with stiff new climate rules: ‘They’ve hit full throttle’

A slew of anti-pollution, from toxic water to planet-heating emissions has been issued by an agency belatedly flexing its muscles

The Guardian - US · May 16, 2023

Oakey's New Acland coal mine faces fresh Land Court challenge over water licence

Just when the controversial New Acland mine expansion seemed all but complete, an eleventh-hour legal bid aims to stop it in its tracks.

ABC News · May 16, 2023

South Africa can keep coal fired plants running longer, climate committee says

South Africa's climate policy body on Monday suggested the government could delay retiring its ageing coal-fired power plants to address electricity shortages and said a power crisis had put the country on track to meet its climate goals anyway.

Reuters · May 15, 2023

Why don't rocks burn?

Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like an expert to answer, send it to [email protected].

The Conversation · May 15, 2023

Yes, Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek approved a coal mine. But save the angst for decisions that matter more

The outcry was loud and swift last week after Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek approved a new coal mine in central Queensland. It’s the first coal mine Labor has approved since coming to power a year ago.

The Conversation · May 15, 2023

ABM eyes 20% revenue growth in 2023

Asia Biomass Plc (ABM), Thailand's largest biomass fuel producer and trader by volume, expects revenue to grow by 20% this year to more than 3.6 billion baht thanks to its business expansion amid growing concerns over global warming.

Bangkok Post · May 12, 2023

"Dirty Deeds" report lifts lid on power station's environmental impact

Vales Point Power Station and its associated coal mining operations have had 57 licence breaches over the 23 years.

Newcastle Herald · May 12, 2023