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What Trump’s claims about U.S. economy are missing
U.S. President Donald Trump often points to the rising stock market when he claims responsibility for economic strength, but he doesn’t mention a lack of job growth or struggling sectors including manufacturing and coal.
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Are 'coal-free' countries really free? New Eurostat data shows real consumption levels
Germany, Poland and Serbia remain the 'black lungs' of Europe, with great quantities of the environmentally damaging brown coal being burned there.
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UK Labour Party: Popularity with working class at all-time low
A year after Britain's Labour Party won a landslide election victory, it's fortunes have fallen fast.
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Alberta reaches settlement with 2 coal companies
Two coal companies that sued Alberta over its decision to change the rules around coal mining have reached a settlement with the provincial government. But questions remain, as the dollar figures of the agreements were not disclosed.
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Coal-hooked Poland constructs first ever offshore wind farm
Poland, long known as one of Europe’s most coal-dependent countries, is embarking on a new journey towards clean energy. Euronews takes a boat trip through the Baltic Sea to visit the first ever offshore wind farm on Polish territory.
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South Africa's carbon free imports sustainable?
As more countries and companies look for carbon-free goods, South Africa’s coal-based economy could lose billions of dollars in export income and thousands of jobs. This is according to a Net Zero Tracker watchdog. The country’s economy...
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Support for fossil fuel workers needed alongside climate action, says Princeton mayor
Princeton Mayor Spencer Coyne has joined a growing group of Canadian mayors pushing for climate action. He told BC Today guest host Dan Burritt the 2021 floods emphasized the need to shift away from fossil fuels, but added that it's also...
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Remember acid rain? Scientists fear it could return
Some U.S. scientists warn that the Environmental Protection Agency’s proposed deregulations could lead to the return of acid rain and contaminated soil for parts of Canada.
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Trump signs executive orders to boost US coal to 'turbocharge' mining
Speaking at the White House with coal workers behind him, the 78-year-old former president mocked environmental concerns. "The ocean will rise … within the next 500 to 600 years, giving you a little bit more waterfront property," he joked.
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Pro-Palestine activists protest alleged South African coal export to Israel
Pro-Palestine activists in South Africa have protested outside a mining company they say is exporting coal to Israel.
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Premier Eby calls on Ottawa to put a tax on U.S. coal exported through B.C. ports
Premier David Eby says he wants Ottawa to put a tax on American thermal coal exported through B.C. ports. He says it’s a way to hurt Americans in the face of Donald Trump's tariffs. As Yasmine Ghania reports, it’s an idea supported by...
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US withdraws from Just Energy Transition Partnership
The United States has officially withdrawn from the Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP), a global climate financing initiative designed to assist developing nations in transitioning from coal-dependent energy systems to renewable...
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Czechia wants to phase out coal. But is natural gas the solution?
Europe's coal-age, industrial dinosaurs are getting fitted-out for the future. Take the Czech Republic, for example: The Prague government has promised to phase-out coal-fired power generation by the year 2033.
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Germany aims for 54% clean energy by 2038
As Germany prepares for a change of government, --- Climate experts are hopeful that the country will continue to be a leader in ambitious efforts to slash planet-warming emissions,--- And will keep growing its renewable energy industries
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Ukrainian women bolster coal mining workforce, aiding war-torn energy supply
Our international correspondent Valerie Gauriat travelled to south-eastern Ukraine to meet the women who have recently joined the efforts to secure critical energy supply — in the coal mines.
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Why Ukraine’s mineral deposits could be key to ending the war with Russia
Ukraine has handed a draft deal to the US that would give Washington access to minerals as payback for support in the war with Russia.
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China’s net-zero goal at risk as coal power surges
China is expanding its coal power capacity at an unprecedented scale, raising concerns over its climate commitments. In 2024, the country began construction on 94. 5 gigawatts of coal power projects, accounting for 93% of the global...
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China's coal boom risks climate goals
China is expanding its coal power capacity at an unprecedented scale, raising concerns over its climate commitments. In 2024, the country began construction on 94. 5 gigawatts of coal power projects, accounting for 93% of the global...
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Global coal demand surges amid growing energy needs & green push
Despite the push for green energy, coal demand is surging worldwide as energy needs continue to rise. Many nations rely on coal for stable power, highlighting the challenges of transitioning to renewable sources while meeting growing...
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China’s retaliatory tariffs on U.S. imports now in effect
Shortly after tariffs on China imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump took effect on Tuesday, China's Finance Ministry said it would impose levies of 15 per cent on imports of U.S. coal and LNG and 10% per cent for crude oil as well as...
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Sask. 'closely considering' keeping coal power plants running
Despite federal clean electricity regulations, Premier Scott Moe says Saskatchewan is looking at extending the lifespan of its existing coal power plants past 2030.
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Why country star Corb Lund opposes coal mining in Alberta
Country musician Corb Lund calls himself 'a reluctant anti-coal mine activist' but says his opposition to new coal exploration in his home province unites Albertans from across the political spectrum.
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US President Donald Trump speaks at World Economic Forum
US President Donald Trump delivered virtual remarks to the World Economic Forum meeting in Davos. During his address, Trump tells business leaders that he wants to reverse inflation, and cut taxes. Watch in!
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Coal policy committee member shocked by changes to Alberta's coal policy
A member of a five-person panel created by former energy minister Sonya Savage in 2021 to consult the public on the future of coal mining in Alberta says he's in a "state of shock" about recent moves by the province. The Alberta...