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Who should I vote for? Guide to seven key policies in the 2022 Australian federal election where Labor and Coalition differ

Real differences between Scott Morrison and Anthony Albanese have emerged across a range of election policies. To help you decide who to vote for, check our policy comparison of the two major political parties in Australia around aged care, federal Icac, childcare, climate change, housing, health and a voice to…

The Guardian - AU

Gautam Adani, Mukesh Ambani reap windfall from surging oil, coal

NEW DELHI: Gautam Adani and Mukesh Ambani are profiting from a surge in global commodity prices triggered by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, burnishing their fossil-fuel credentials even as Asia’s richest men publicly push their pivots toward greener energy.

The Times of India

Canaries in the coal mine: why birds can tell us so much about the health of Earth

Following a deadly explosion in a Welsh coal mine in 1896, an engineer called John Haldane invented a type of bird cage that allowed canaries to accompany miners into the depths. The small songbirds are much more sensitive than humans to the deadly carbon monoxide gas found underground.

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Chhattisgarh CM defends Parsa coal mining; says country needs coal to generate power

RAIPUR: Amidst mounting protests from environmental and tribal groups against mining operations in the Hasdeo Aranya region, Chhattisgarh chief minister Bhupesh Baghel on Wednesday defended the move saying that the coal is required to meet the country’s energy requirement but rules of forest and environment should not be violated and…

The Times of India

All new buildings to be fitted with solar panels under European plan

Leaders want to fully phase out Europe's dependency on Russian gas, oil and coal imports as soon as possible

Wales Online

We tried the top-rated restaurant in Butetown and it was a bit hit and miss

We tried three courses at Culley's Kitchen & Bar in the Coal Exchange Hotel for £22

Wales Online

Locals blame coal power plant in Maharashtra for death, sickness

Air pollution from a thermal power plant in India’s Chandrapur killed 1,300 people in the area in 2020, research claims.

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Next government 'must lead' Hunter transition

High-profile KPGM economist Sarah Hunter says the Hunter should be "relatively optimistic" about shifting successfully from coal to clean energy but the next federal government must take the lead on coordinating the shift.

Newcastle Herald

Eliminating fossil fuel air pollution would save about 50,000 lives, study finds

Burning oil, coal and other fossil fuels releases plumes of tiny, dangerous particles. A new study estimates that eliminating that pollution would save about 50,000 lives in the U.S. each year.

WEKU

West Bengal coal scam case: Supreme Court allows ED to question Abhishek Banerjee in Kolkata

Supreme Court stays Delhi High Court decision allowing the Enforcement Directorate to question Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee in Delhi.

The Hindu

Australian election: Where is climate change on the agenda?

Most Australians want action on climate change, but you would not know that from the campaign for Saturday’s election.

Al Jazeera

Australia's most polluted postcodes for 2022 revealed by Australian Conservation Foundation

Air pollution kills 3,000 people every year, according to the Australian Conservation Foundation which has revealed the most polluted regions in the country.

ABC News

Silicon manufacturer may be forced to import coal as jarrah supply, a key input, dwindles

Australia's only silicon manufacturer may be forced to import coal as it struggles to secure a consistent supply of local timber to make its product.

ABC News

The Coalition says Labor has a plan to introduce a 'sneaky carbon tax'. Is there any evidence?

The Coalition has been running a campaign to convince you that Labor plans to introduce a 'sneaky carbon tax'. But is there any evidence to their claims, or is it just a scare campaign?

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Newcastle Herald

Health and environment two drivers of battery-electric mining machines for underground coal

Plan to make battery-powered underground mining trucks in the Hunter

Benzinga

Climate, Shlimate: China's Daily Coal Output Up 11% From Last Year

The Chinese government doesn’t appear to be overly concerned over the impact of coal pollution on the environment – in fact, the nation's daily coal output in April was up by 11% year-over-year following a directive from Beijing to ramp up production.

Birmingham Post

Coal crisis in Welsh heritage railways to be discussed at the Senedd tomorrow

Meeting with Senedd members will be an opportunity for representatives of heritage railways across Wales to explain the difficulties facing the sector

The Independent UK

In US, states struggle to replace fossil fuel tax revenue

Major energy producing states from Alaska to Pennsylvania are reaping a windfall from soaring oil and natural gas prices, stoked by the war in Ukraine and the U.S.-led ban on Russian oil imports

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Cumbria coalmine redundant before it even opens, say campaigners

Friends of the Earth says there will be no market for Whitehaven coal as Europe’s steelmakers move to ‘green steel’

AAP

Ex-envoy slams 'loss of trust' in Pacific

The coalition talk about a Pacific family but they don't treat it like one, Labor says, as it vows to work with nations on the frontline of climate change.

Tribune News Service

Midwest at greater risk for rolling blackouts

MINNEAPOLIS — Electricity demand on the Midwest's grid is expected to be strong this summer, with hot weather and a growing economy sucking plenty of juice.

Tribune News Service

Germany girds for day of reckoning in Russian gas showdown

If the worst-case scenario for Germany hits, BMW AG, Mercedes-Benz AG and Volkswagen AG would struggle to paint their cars and the air across the country would get dirtier.

The Guardian - UK

‘Cash, coal, cars and trees’: what progress has been made since Cop26?

Six months on, the war in Ukraine and ongoing Covid-19 pandemic have derailed some changes agreed on in Glasgow

France 24

Turkey says it is ready to discuss NATO membership with Finland, Sweden

Turkey voiced readiness Saturday to discuss Finland and Sweden's plans to join NATO, despite accusing them of habouring "terrorist organisations". "A big majority of the Turkish people are against the membership of those countries who are supporting PKK terrorist organization ... but these are the issues that we need to…

WEKU

Abandoned mine lands restoration brings excitement, but long-term challenges for communities remain

The initiative outside of Norton is called Project Intersection and strives to combine reclamation efforts with economic development. The planting project extends over three acres of land, though the strip mine site is close to 200 acres, encompassing an old high wall, a mining feature that can deteriorate and crumble.

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