Extreme weather pushing up cost of living for regional residents, new polling finds Rising costs of insurance are locking people out of the housing market. Newcastle Herald · Sep 17
India launches 16th round of commercial coal mine auctions, offering 25 blocks for investment The Ministry of Coal launched its sixteenth commercial coal mine auction round. Twenty-five blocks across several states are now available for investor participation. Six previously auctioned mines have awarded development and production agreements to winning bidders. These mines are projected to generate significant revenue and employment opportunities. India's coal output… The Economic Times · Sep 17
Coal Ministry opens 16th round of commercial Coal mine bidding, offering 25 blocks across 8 states The Ministry of Coal has launched its sixteenth auction round for commercial coal mines. Twenty-five coal blocks across eight states are now available for investor participation. This initiative aims to generate significant employment and attract new investments into the sector. Previously auctioned mines are projected to generate substantial revenue and… The Economic Times · Sep 17
Trump’s love of fossil fuels is about more than money The US decision to remove limits on coal and gas plant emissions is rooted in a perception of manliness in these industries The Guardian - US · Sep 17
India's power-sector emissions flat for 2 years due to clean-energy surge: Analysis Between early 2024 and mid-2026, India's power sector maintained consistent emissions levels while clean energy sources effectively managed the surge in electricity demands. The output from solar power dramatically increased, with added support from wind and nuclear energy. Conversely, emissions from the cement and steel industries rose significantly, spurred by… The Economic Times · Sep 17
India’s scorching summer sends coal imports to 15-month high in August Indian power sector coal imports reached a 15-month peak in August. This surge occurred as electricity demand rose significantly due to a heatwave. Lower hydropower generation also contributed to the increased reliance on imported coal. Domestic coal supplies could not meet the higher consumption levels. Consequently, power producers turned to… The Economic Times · Sep 17
Politics with Michelle Grattan: Matt Canavan on why One Nation is ‘not really compatible’ as a Coalition partner With less than two years to go before the next federal election, Nationals leader Matt Canavan knows his time in Parliament could be running out, with polling showing his Senate seat representing Queensland may be under threat. The Conversation · Sep 17
Trump EPA’s arguments for letting power plants spew unlimited pollution ‘dead wrong’ Claims that dismantling pollution rules will lower energy bills and have little climate impact are far from convincing The Guardian - US · Sep 16
Pacific friends to suffer from fossil-fuel 'hypocrisy' The government is being criticised for claiming to stand with Pacific nations threatened by climate change without moving away from fossil-fuel exports. AAP · Sep 16
Queenslanders’ rights to oppose mining projects ‘gutted’ by new laws, activists say As minister says process needs to be ‘streamlined’, Greens and Lock the Gate say the legislation is ‘corrupt’ and tears up environmental protections The Guardian - AU · Sep 15
Trump EPA Scraps Biden-Harris Power Plant Climate Mandate, Fueling Potential Coal Revival EPA repealed most 2024 power plant climate rules on Sept. 14, 2026, citing $310B in savings. Environmental groups vow legal challenges. Latin Times · Sep 15
Ohio community seeks 850 acres from coal company; forest could link 74,000 acres of public land In Southeast Ohio, local stakeholders are actively pursuing the acquisition of former coal land to establish a new community forest aimed at linking Wayne National Forest with Strouds Run State Park. The envisioned Sugar Creek Community Forest will not only provide public access and recreational options, but also promote regenerative… The Times of India · Sep 15
Trump’s ‘largest deregulatory action ever’ in the power sector will keep old coal plants online longer to power the AI boom The EPA's rollback of emissions rules for power plants hastens climate change but helps the data center buildout. Fortune · Sep 15
India's met coke imports set for record despite anti-dumping levy India's met coke imports are set to reach a record high this year. Domestic shortages and strong pig iron demand fuel higher overseas purchases. This rise occurs despite an anti-dumping levy imposed in July. Pig iron producers import met coke to avoid duties on exports. met coke prices increased significantly… The Economic Times · Sep 15
Newcastle Herald · Sep 15 With demand for coal booming, should more mining projects be approved? Japan, Taiwan and South Korea drive demand for state's most valuable commodity.
AAP · Sep 15 Middle East war increasing demand for Australian coal In the aftermath of the war in the Middle East, coal from Australia seems a safer bet than gas from other sources, a major producer of the fossil fuel says.
The Conversation · Sep 15 How does unthinkable policy become inevitable? The ‘Overton window’ is one possible answer Not that long ago, Australians owned many public enterprises and lived behind high tariff walls. The country ran on cheap coal-fired power. A pro-China foreign policy and a large, bipartisan migration program worked to the country’s benefit.
AAP · Sep 15 Slashing fossil fuels is 'life and death' for Pacific New gas and coal developments should not go ahead if the world is to stop climate change forcing Pacific islanders out of their homes.
Newcastle Herald · Sep 14 Mine employees busy preparing for life beyond coal Hundreds of coal mine employees are undertaking study to prepare for future employment.
The Times of India · Sep 14 Trump moves to scrap Biden-era carbon limits on US coal & gas power plants The Trump administration plans to repeal Biden-era emission limits for power plants. This action removes restrictions on a major source of greenhouse gas pollution. The Environmental Protection Agency will announce the final rule soon. Environmental groups oppose the rollback, citing health and safety concerns. Legal challenges are expected against these…
The Independent UK · Sep 14 EPA is set to eliminate rule that limits planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions from power plants The Environmental Protection Agency plans to repeal rules limiting greenhouse gas emissions from coal and natural gas power plants
The Times of India · Sep 14 In 1997, a Western Australian coal mine closed; its 103-hectare void filled with 30bn litres and became Lake Kepwari Lake Kepwari, a former coal mine void near Collie, Western Australia, has been transformed into a recreational hub. This artificial lake now offers swimming, boating, camping, and water sports for visitors. The transformation involved significant planning, water management, and infrastructure development over many years. Water was diverted from the Collie…
France 24 · Sep 14 Countries turn to coal to avoid shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz The US-Israel war on Iran has shaken global energy markets and coal is no exception. Countries around the world are turning to the highly polluting source of power in a bid to avoid shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. According to the International Energy Agency, global coal demand is…
The Independent UK · Sep 14 Trump’s EPA set to end regulations on how much pollution coal-fueled power plants can produce — forever The administration is moving to prevent any attempt to reimpose any limits on emissions under future presidents
MarketBeat · Sep 14 Digging for Value: Alpha Metallurgical Resources Insider Buys Big Alpha Metallurgical Resources director Kenneth Courtis bought over $9 million in shares since Aug. 21, even as Wall Street holds a Reduce rating following a Q2 net loss tied to terminal damage.