The Latest Breaking News from Coal

Australian Energy Regulator chair says Australia is ‘probably a decade too late’ for nuclear power despite opposition’s pledge to build first two plants by 2037

Renewables will be in the energy mix under a nuclear-powered coalition government, but investment has stalled and emissions are flatlining, the opposition says.

Court due to rule on Mt Pleasant expansion appeal next week.

Company insists project should go ahead despite new government saying it had been unlawfully approved

There are huge profits to be made in exploiting South Africa’s natural resources, but these come at a cost to society and the environment. Pollution, greenhouse gas emissions and depletion of natural wealth have a disproportionate impact on the country’s Black and low-income communities and workforce.

Indonesia has been building out a vast industry for nickel metal, traditionally used in making stainless steel but increasingly for batteries for electric cars and clean electricity projects

The big four banks have made significant strides to curb lending for fossil fuel projects but a report says they still have not met their own climate targets.

We’ve proudly failed to plan for what comes next

Ten councils have called for more consultation and a clear plan.

Before renewables came along, coal-fired power stations pumped out electricity (and carbon emissions) 24 hours a day. But now, this type of “always on” baseload power is no longer necessary or commercially viable.

Letter urges environment minister to investigate alleged breaches at Doongmabulla Springs