Head of UK's Applied Energy Research sees a changing power landscape Kentucky has a long history of coal-fired power plants, but the electricity generation landscape is expected to change in the decades to come. WEKU · Aug 29, 2023
China continues coal spree despite climate goals World’s biggest carbon emitter approving equivalent of two new coal plants a week, analysis shows The Guardian - UK · Aug 29, 2023
Climate crisis to create ‘acute’ challenges for Australia’s economy, incoming RBA governor says Michele Bullock uses speech to detail how central bank is preparing for increased risk of extreme weather events The Guardian - AU · Aug 29, 2023
Are Coal Prices Setting Up for an End of the Year Rebound? After reaching highs in 2022, coal prices have come back down to earth. Climate change has caused the U.S. and Europe to inhibit the production and consumption of all fossil fuels. Still, coal has long been the least favorite hydrocarbon and a four-letter word in the traditional energy market. Barchart · Aug 28, 2023
TNPCB forms five-member panel to probe allegations of pollution around NLCIL thermal plants in Neyveli TNPCB has formed a 5-member committee to probe pollution risks around NLCIL. The report found high levels of mercury, selenium, and flouride in drinking water from 20 locations. Visible deposition of pollutants of coal dust and fly ash caused respiratory issues, kidney disease, hair fall, and skin problems. Water samples… The Hindu · Aug 28, 2023
'Fear and desperation': climate protesters sentenced for holding up coal trains Good behaviour orders, convictions and fines were handed out. Newcastle Herald · Aug 28, 2023
Gujarat power utility made ‘excess payment’ of ₹3,900 crore to Adani: Congress Gohil accuses Gujarat govt of favouring Adani Group by making excess payment of ₹3,900 crore. Govt denies scam, says payments ongoing & will be adjusted. The Hindu · Aug 26, 2023
Climate change made it in the GOP debate. Some young Republicans say that's a win Climate change is a top issue for young voters across political parties, but most of the Republican presidential candidates avoided the question. WEKU · Aug 25, 2023
US coal plant closure emphasises health benefits of cleaner air Decrease in hospital visits for heart problems shows impact could be greater than previously thought The Guardian - UK · Aug 25, 2023
Why Ambitious U.S. Emissions Reduction Goals Are Increasingly Out of Reach Amid huge profits for oil majors, pressure builds on banks to cut ties. Capital & Main · Aug 24, 2023
World must shun new coal-fired power stations, warns climate envoy John Kerry He was speaking at the first Scottish Global Dialogues in Edinburgh on Thursday. The Independent UK · Aug 24, 2023
Ignoring Water Worries, Texas Permits Lignite Mine Expansion The state has issued only two new coal mining permits in 10 years to a company with a controversial environmental legacy. Texas Observer · Aug 24, 2023
Fossil fuels being subsidised at rate of $13m a minute, says IMF Oil, gas and coal benefited from $7tn in support in 2022 despite being primary cause of climate crisis The Guardian - UK · Aug 24, 2023
Climate groups argue Eraring is delaying state's clean energy transition 'Bailing out polluting coal-fired power stations with taxpayer funds is unpopular.' Newcastle Herald · Aug 24, 2023
The Guardian - AU · Aug 24, 2023 Support for Australia’s UN climate bid should be linked to ceasing fossil fuel expansion, Pacific leaders say In full-page newspaper ad, current and former leaders call for delay in support for hosting Cop31 until Australia stops pursuing coal and gas projects
The Guardian - AU · Aug 23, 2023 Solar and windfarm investment is drying up – and Australia needs a wake-up call on the future of the electricity grid The energy transition is a race and what’s needed are policies that will drag large-scale renewable power into the system faster
The Hindu · Aug 23, 2023 ED searches premises of Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel’s adviser ED searches premises of Chhattisgarh CM's political advisor, OSDs & businessman in Raipur & Durg. CM Baghel sarcastically thanked PM & Amit Shah for "priceless gift" on b'day.
The Conversation · Aug 23, 2023 Intergenerational report highlights the threat of a hotter, less productive Australia due to global warming Global warning threatens to have major impacts on Australia’s labour productivity, agriculture and tourism over coming decades, according to the Intergenerational Report, which makes climate change a major focus of its projections for the early 2060s.
The Guardian - AU · Aug 23, 2023 Massive economic pain for Australia if temperature rises exceed 2C, intergenerational report predicts Report says hundreds of billions of dollars and millions of work hours in productivity are at risk due to hotter conditions
StockNews.com · Aug 22, 2023 4 Top Notch Coal Stocks to Buy This Week Despite the global shift toward embracing cleaner energy choices, robust demand from emerging economies should keep the coal industry afloat. Therefore, four top-notch coal stocks, China Shenhua Energy Company (CSUAY), CONSOL Energy (CEIX), SunCoke Energy (SXC), and Hallador Energy (HNRG), could be ideal buys this week. Continue reading….
Al Jazeera · Aug 22, 2023 Explosion at coal mine kills 11 in northern China At least 11 people were killed following an explosion in the Shaanxi province, authorities say.
The Hindu · Aug 22, 2023 Coal scam | Delhi court awards 3-year jail term to former Steel Ministry official Former Steel Ministry official Gautam Kumar Basak sentenced to 3-yr jail for corruption in coal block allocation. Special Judge Arun Bhardwaj imposed ₹5 lakh fine. Prakash Industries Ltd. accused of furnishing false info on capacity.
The Guardian - US · Aug 21, 2023 The US and China must unite to fight the climate crisis, not each other Cooperation is not only in the best interests of all countries, but is absolutely necessary for the survival of the planet
The Guardian - AU · Aug 21, 2023 AGL agrees to keep Victoria’s Loy Yang A power station available until mid-2035 Deal with Victorian government includes $50m to support ‘orderly retirement’ of coal-fired plant to provide certainty to workers, the community and industry
The Conversation · Aug 21, 2023 What harm could one coal mine do? Plenty – 1.7 million Hiroshima bombs of heat for starters This year, the Australian government rejected Clive Palmer’s coal mine proposal – but approved three others. Over 100 more fossil fuel projects are in the decision pipeline.