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Australia's new dawn: becoming a green superpower with a big role in cutting global emissions

This article is part of a series by The Conversation, Getting to Zero, examining Australia’s energy transition.

The Conversation

Kazakhstan mine fire death roll rises to 42

Kazakhstan's emergency ministry says the death toll from a fire at a coal mine has risen to 42

The Independent UK

Worried economists call for a carbon price, a tax on coal exports, and 'green tariffs' to get Australia on the path to net zero

Australia’s top economists have overwhelmingly backed the reintroduction of the carbon price that helped cut Australia’s emissions between 2012 and 2014.

The Conversation

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Dozens of miners killed in fire inside Kazakhstan coal mine

Rescue operation under way to find missing miners after methane explosion at a mine owned by steel giant ArcelorMittal.

Al Jazeera

At least 21 dead in Kazakhstan coal mine fire

A coal mine fire in central Kazakhstan has killed at least 21 workers while another 25 remained unaccounted for, the operating company ArcelorMittal Temirtau said in a statement

The Independent UK

Arrested TMC Minister Jyotipriya Mallick admitted to hospital; condition 'stable'

West Bengal Minister Jyotipriya Mallick admitted to hospital after arrest in multicrore ration scam. ED team arrested Mallick in connection with corruption in public distribution system.

The Hindu

Centre agrees to provide additional 20 lakh tonnes of coal per month to Karnataka amidst ongoing power crisis

Energy Minister K.J. George on Thursday said that the Central government has agreed to provide an additional 20 lakh tonnes of coal per month to Karnataka amidst the ongoing power crisis in the State.

The Hindu

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Major miner faces shock Qantas-style shareholder revolt

More than 40 per cent of Whitehaven Coal's shareholders have voted against their executive pay, as investors demand action on net-zero obligations.

AAP

Former coal-fired power plant being razed to make way for offshore wind electricity connection

A giant smokestack that was part of the landscape for millions of tourists heading to beaches on the southern New Jersey shore is coming down Thursday morning

The Independent UK

All mines close. How can mining towns like Mount Isa best manage the ups and downs?

The announcement by Glencore last week that its Mount Isa copper mines will close in 2025 is significant for the town.

The Conversation

Coal fires up Queensland's budget surplus

Net debt has shrunk and the budget surplus has boomed, a report into the Queensland government's finances has revealed.

AAP

Court asked to reject 'drug dealers defence' for mine approvals

Mt Pleasant will become the largest producing coal mine in Australia.

Newcastle Herald

'World's largest coal port' under threat

North Queensland Bulk Ports challenging Newcastle for coal export title.

Newcastle Herald

Tamil Nadu was the largest producer of lignite in 2022-23, report

The Hindu

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The Guardian - UK

Poland’s climate-friendly coalition warned of obstacles to emissions goals

Energy prices and presidential veto powers among challenges facing parties likely to form government, say analysts

The Hindu

Coal Ministry generates ₹28.79 crore revenue via disposal of scrap

Coal Ministry reports ₹28.79 crore revenue from scrap disposal, freeing 50,59,012 sq ft area. 1,08,469 physical files reviewed, 8,088 old files weeded out, 29,993 e-files closed online after reviewing 80,305

Newcastle Herald

ON THIS DAY: Remembering the Beresfield rail disaster

Beresfield train station was wiped out in seconds.

The Hindu

IL&FS Tamil Nadu Power Company Ltd. raises concern over benchmark rate fixed for imported coal based power plant

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Newcastle Herald

Historic suburban secrets: going loco over Howley's Junction

All aboard for a trip back to The Junction's past.

Capital & Main

As Colorado Races to Set New Rules for Climate-Friendly Industries, Its Plan Raises Concerns Over Dual Role of State Regulator

Coal is back, despite banks’ pledge to stop financing such projects.

The Independent UK

Storm Babet has already caused changes to coastline, experts say

Researchers from Newcastle University are bracing the elements to document how the surging seas have eroded the landscape.

The Hindu

The shape of climate justice in a warming India

While the relationship between inequality and carbon emissions is complex, addressing environmental and socio-economic inequalities simultaneously is essential for equitable development

The Guardian - AU

Australia needs ‘drastic’ renewables boost as nuclear not an option for decades, says centre-right thinktank

Exclusive: Blueprint Institute says nuclear ban should be lifted, but disagrees with Coalition opposition to green energy rollout

AAP

Power station fined for law breach after explosion

A Queensland coal power station was operating without required regulatory approval when it was taken out by an explosion, authorities say.

Newcastle Herald

Eraring coal stocks secure, despite Pacific National strike

The union has claimed they're not asking for much, but Pacific National has hit back.

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