June 12, 2023

How much selenium, arsenic escapes ash from coal-fired power plants still TBD

The amount of toxic selenium and arsenic able to escape from coal ash depends largely on their nanoscale structures.

June 11, 2023

Greenpeace Mexico launches campaign against deep-sea mining

The international NGO says article 20 of Mexico’s new Mining Law forbids deep-sea mining in Mexican waters and that the country should push for a global moratorium.

June 9, 2023

Plan for one of world’s biggest coal mines challenged in India

Rising power demand has pushed India to prioritize energy security and boost output of coal.

June 9, 2023

US anti-mercury regulation proves successful –except in Texas, North Dakota

Despite national progress following the approval of the Mercury and Air Toxics Standard, Texas and North Dakota stand out as stubborn continuing sources of mercury emissions.

June 8, 2023

EV sales are soaring and oil use is about to peak

The share of electric vehicles in sales of new passenger vehicles is set to more than double globally in the next few years — to 30% in 2026.

June 7, 2023

Intramotev to deploy self-propelled battery-electric railcars to transport coal from Cumberland mine

Captive routes between mines and processing facilities have the opportunity to reduce carbon emissions and save costs through company's proprietary battery-electric technology, says CEO.

June 6, 2023

Anfield Energy to buy uranium project in New Mexico from enCore Energy

The acquisition will increase Anfield's uranium resource base by more than 60%.

June 5, 2023

Top climate finance group floats guidance on Asia coal phaseout

The region’s largest economies are highly dependent on coal, with the fuel accounting for roughly 60% of power generation.

June 4, 2023

Protein helps separate rare earths more efficiently than new tech

Biology 1, new tech 0.

June 3, 2023

Solar beats coal in Europe for first time – but there’s a glitch

Solar panels generated more electricity than all of the bloc’s coal plants for the first time in May.