Coal
Special laws planned to avoid energy blackout
NSW Labour has announced it will support the State Governments plan to enact special laws to approve the Springvale mine......
Narrabri CSG protest reignited
This week Santos released the Environmental Impact Statement for the proposed Narrabri Gas Project, for public comment. The statement details......
Queensland government investigation confirms Barrier Reef coal spillage
A Queensland Government investigation has found a coal spillage at a mining port in the waters of the Great Barrier......
Switching over: What’s the real cost of renewable energy?
South Australia endured a power shock in July, where its reliance on renewable energy was pushed to the limit. As......
Coal moratorium wouldn’t hurt the economy: report
The Australia Institute argues we could halt the construction of new coal mines with barely any economic ill-effects. It’s drawn......
Coal dust kills coral: new report
Coal dust can kill coral and slow down the growth rate of fish and seagrasses, according to a new study......
Newcastle anti coal flotilla stops the boats
Thousands of people protested on Sunday to put climate change on the agenda as Australia heads to an election. Break......
Doctors call for coal phase out
Doctors in Victoria are urging the state government to put a lid on coal fired power in the La Trobe......
US China agreement bad news for coal
Yesterday’s announcement by the US and China that both will work towards ambitious emissions reductions targets has left Australia looking......
Coal not so big in Queensland
A new report by the Australia Institute pours cold water on claims of the size and importance of the coal......