Coalition's net zero reversal faces Paris scrutiny
Leaked documents reveal Coalition MPs instructed to defend abandoning net zero target as 'consistent' with Paris Agreement, despite internal concerns about potential breach of climate obligations.
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Indonesia's climate crisis amid coal dependency
As floods devastate Bali, Indonesia faces a critical dilemma: powering growth with coal while confronting severe climate impacts. Discover why global investment is vital for change.
US extends Michigan coal plant, critics cite $80m cost
The Trump administration extends a Michigan coal plant's operation, citing grid emergency. Critics challenge the move, with costs hitting $80 million. Read the full story.
Missing West Virginia Coal Miner Found After 10 Days
The body of missing coal miner John 'Ray' Groves has been recovered from a West Virginia mine after an extensive 10-day search operation. Read the full story of the tragic discovery.
Trapped Miner Found Dead After 6-Day Rescue Mission
The body of coal miner Steven Lipscomb has been recovered after being trapped for six days in a flooded West Virginia mine. Read about the extensive rescue operation.
Liberals Dump Net Zero Policy, Embrace Nuclear
The Liberal Party is set to scrap Australia's net-zero by 2050 target, extending coal power and lifting the nuclear ban. Internal divisions erupt as moderates warn of electoral consequences.
Liberals Prepare New Climate Policy After Marathon Talks
The Liberal Party is finalising its new climate change and energy policy following intense discussions. The party is expected to abandon the 2050 net zero target. Read the full details.
Trump mining nomination sparks safety concerns
Former President Donald Trump's planned nomination of a former mining executive to oversee mine safety has drawn fierce criticism from labour advocates and Appalachian communities.
Flooded UK coalmines provide cheap green heating
Disused coal mines across the UK are being transformed into revolutionary low-carbon heating sources, offering cheap warmth to communities while slashing emissions.
Littleproud's Net Zero Claims: Real Action or Political Spin?
An in-depth analysis of the National Party's controversial climate commitments and whether their emissions reduction strategy represents genuine progress or clever political manoeuvring.
Liberal MPs push Sussan Ley to abandon net zero pledge
Deep divisions emerge within Australia's Liberal Party as conservative MPs demand Environment Minister Sussan Ley dump the net zero emissions commitment, fearing the 'tail is wagging the dog' on climate policy.
Minister's coal mine interests spark conflict concerns
Australia's Energy Minister under scrutiny for undisclosed interests in expanding Tahmoor and Tomago coal mines while shaping national energy policy.
Electric Cars Produce More CO2 Than Petrol - Shock Study
Groundbreaking research challenges the green credentials of electric vehicles, showing some models generate higher lifetime emissions than traditional petrol cars, raising questions about Britain's net-zero strategy.
Australia's Energy Crossroads: Albanese vs Canavan
As Australia navigates its energy future, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese champions renewable investment at ASEAN summit while Senator Matt Canavan defends coal's role, highlighting the nation's deepening political divide over power generation.
Airport expansion threatens UK net zero goals, MPs warn
Cross-party committee warns that government's airport expansion strategy threatens to undermine Britain's legally binding climate targets and carbon budgets.
Global coal consumption hits record high in 2024
Global coal usage reached unprecedented levels last year, driven by soaring energy demands in Asia and economic pressures, casting doubt on international climate commitments.
No Major Banks Stop Funding New Fossil Fuels
New investigation exposes how not a single major global bank has committed to stop funding new oil, gas and coal projects, raising serious questions about the financial sector's climate commitments.
Coal Mining Museum staff strike over pay dispute
Workers at Yorkshire's National Coal Mining Museum walk out over 'insulting' pay offer as Unison union condemns management's refusal to negotiate fair wages.
Plug-in hybrids emit 7x more pollution than tests show
New research reveals plug-in hybrid vehicles emit up to seven times more CO2 than official tests claim, raising serious questions about their environmental credentials and government policies.
Adani Denies Below-Market Coal Sales Costing Queensland Millions
Mining giant Adani denies explosive allegations it sold coal below market value, potentially costing Queensland hundreds of millions in lost royalties amid growing scrutiny of resource sector practices.
Australia's rainforests become carbon emitters in alarming shift
Groundbreaking research reveals Australia's tropical rainforests have transformed from vital carbon absorbers to net emitters, sounding urgent climate alarm bells.
Trump threatens nations before shipping emissions vote
Former US President Donald Trump issues stark warning to developing countries as crucial International Maritime Organization vote on shipping emissions approaches, raising fears of climate policy reversal.
Queensland coal plants get decade-long extension
Queensland's state-owned coal-fired power stations will operate up to ten years longer than planned under a controversial new government roadmap, delaying Australia's transition to renewable energy.
Coal firm probed over endangered glider habitat
A fiery Senate hearing reveals investigation into Australian coal firm accused of clearing critical habitat for endangered greater gliders, sparking political confrontation over environmental enforcement.
Whitehaven's £10bn Sellafield nuclear takeover
Europe's oldest nuclear site faces unprecedented cleanup as Whitehaven Coal acquires Sellafield in a landmark deal raising environmental and safety concerns across Cumbria.
Renewables Overtake Coal in Global Power Generation
In a historic shift for global energy markets, renewable sources have surpassed coal-fired power generation for the first time, marking a watershed moment in the world's transition to clean energy according to new International Energy Agency data.
Australia's Energy Crisis: Power Prices to Soar 35%
Millions of Australian households brace for significant electricity bill hikes as the nation's energy grid faces unprecedented pressure from coal plant closures and renewable transition challenges.
Queensland Coal Plant Could Close Six Years Early
Australia's energy landscape faces dramatic transformation as Queensland's largest coal-fired power station could shut down six years ahead of schedule, accelerating the nation's transition to renewables.
Trump's coal industry pledge sparks environmental concerns
Former President Donald Trump makes sweeping promises to revitalise America's coal industry while facing criticism from environmental groups and climate activists.
Coal lobby wants spy agencies to monitor environmental groups
Peak mining body pushes for mandatory intelligence reporting on activist organisations, raising concerns about democratic freedoms and corporate influence over national security.
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