A UK high court ruling has halted the construction of the country’s first new coal mine in three decades, citing the project’s flawed ‘net zero’ claim and potential harm to climate goals. The decision, a victory for environmental groups, emphasizes the growing importance of considering the full emissions impact of fossil fuel extraction.
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A mining accident at a coal mine in Leshan, Sichuan province, China, on Wednesday resulted in the deaths of seven people and left one trapped. The accident occurred while workers were closing a ventilation shaft. Despite improvements in mine safety in recent decades, accidents remain frequent in China, highlighting concerns about safety protocols at some sites.