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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Caught between a fossil fuel past and a green future, China's coal miners chart an uncertain path

China's coal industry transition affects families like Wang Bingbing's, who fear economic displacement during the shift to cleaner energy.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

The confrontation at Orgreave: a visual timeline

The 1984 Orgreave coke works picket symbolizes a key moment in the British miners' strike history.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

B.C. mining company cuts 140 positions due to 'challenging market conditions' | CBC News

"EVR is working to improve efficiency and reduce costs across our business to ensure our company is globally competitive," Stannell said.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

I was secretary of labor. Trump's bizarre tariff scheme won't revive American jobs | Robert Reich

US and China cut tariffs on imports for 90 days to boost manufacturing sectors.
Concerns arise over the safety and health risks of revitalizing traditional manufacturing and coal jobs.
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fromFast Company
3 months ago

Can coal make a comeback? West virginians hold on to hope

Ava Johnson represents West Virginians' mixed feelings about coal's future amid Trump's promises to revive the industry.
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fromHigh Country News
3 months ago
Environment

Letters to the Editor, April 2025 - High Country News

Coal miners in Alaska face workforce challenges amid calls for revitalizing unsustainable practices with 'clean coal' projects.
Environment
fromFast Company
4 months ago

Higher energy bills, asthma, and a handout to fossil fuel: Why Trump's plan to bring back coal plants is a terrible idea

The Trump administration is considering using emergency powers to restart retired coal plants, risking environmental and economic consequences.
Environment
fromFast Company
4 months ago

Higher energy bills, asthma, and a handout to fossil fuel: Why Trump's plan to bring back coal plants is a terrible idea

The Trump administration is considering using emergency powers to restart retired coal plants, risking environmental and economic consequences.
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fromArs Technica
3 months ago

Trump throws coal a lifeline, but the energy industry has moved on

Coal is struggling due to competition from cheaper natural gas and renewables, not just regulations or policies.
Environment
fromFast Company
4 months ago

Coal companies want to dump toxic waste in the ground. Trump's EPA is granting their wish

Utility companies requested the EPA under Lee Zeldin to ease regulations on greenhouse gases and coal ash management, asserting federal overreach.
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fromHigh Country News
4 months ago

As Colorado closes its coal plants, some schools neglect to prepare - High Country News

The end of coal jobs in Colorado represents a significant economic transition for local workers like Noah Pike.
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