Latest in Tag: coal Highlight
Latest in Tag: coal
As Germany phases out coal, villages still forced to make way for mining
The end is in sight for coal energy in Germany. And yet, entire villages are still being razed to make room for expanding coal mines, with residents protesting in vain. Does resettlement still make sense?This end of the village of Immerath is peaceful, with birds chirping in the gables of empty houses. But off in …
Fifth Coaltrans Cairo discusses expansion in using coal in industrialisation
The fifth edition of Coaltrans Conference held in Cairo between 18-19 March discussed the possibilities of using coal as an alternative source of energy. The conference discussed the Egyptian government’s desire to shift to using coal in energy generation, along with other numerous industries. Coal has become a necessary adoption thanks to its low production …
As coal ends in the Ruhr, a cultural renaissance hits full steam
With Germany’s last black coal mine closing today near Bottrop in the Ruhr industrial belt, the former mining region promises to transform into a cultural powerhouse.When the Prosper-Haniel mine closes on Friday, Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier will be on hand to strike the death knell of a hard coal mining industry that was once the …
Hambach: the battle between a forest and a coal mine threatens Germany’s environmental image
Hambach Forest in western Germany has become a symbol of resistance to coal mining, but its days may well be numbered. Can protesters save Germany’s green image as an environmental and climate champion?Hambach forest in western Germany looks like an idyllic spot, with a community of some 150 people living in tree houses and walking …
Egypt faces coal challenge in Hamarwein, Greenpeace, dangerous setback
Air pollution was responsible for death of 43,000 people in Egypt in 2012, says WHO
Rallies in Germany against government’s continued reliance on coal
Demonstrations took place in at least five cities, including Berlin and Hamburg. The protests come two days before a government commission intended to map a national path away from coal is to convene for the first time.Demonstrators took to the streets of Berlin and other German cities Sunday to press the government to accelerate the …
Germany’s coal exit: jobs first, then the climate
Germany is about to appoint a commission that will plan how the country is to give up coal. But it’s already under fire for prioritizing the economy over the environment.No other country burns as much lignite as Germany. Around a quarter of German electricity comes from the carbon-heavy fuel, also known as brown coal. It’s …
China u-turns on rapid end to coal heating
Plans to rapidly cut coal use in China halted after households were left without heat. But air quality appears to have improved despite the setback.China has made high-profile commitments this year to cutting carbon emissions and prioritizing a cleaner environment. But an action plan aimed at cutting coal use across large swathes of the country …
Coal can help address challenge of intermittency in renewable energy supplies
GE installed more than 150 gas and steam turbines in Egypt generating 15.5 GW of power
Coal versus Kiwis – New Zealand struggles to balance business and environment
In New Zealand, a century of coal mining tradition is clashing with efforts to protect pristine nature, and unique animals and plants.Hidden deep underground, below a wild frontier of native forest and jagged cliffs on the West Coast of New Zealand’s South Island, is a vast untapped resource at the center of a conflict pitting …
EEHC receives three bids to establish Hamrawein coal plant
American, Chinese, Japanese companies made offers, negotiations with Tractebel to handle assessment
Why coal companies want Trump to stay in the Paris climate pact
Fossil fuel firms fearing that America will lose influence in shaping the global climate regime are urging Trump to keep a seat at the table. Climate activists can’t agree on whether it’s better to have Trump in or out.When President Donald Trump unveiled his rollback of Obama-era climate policies this past March, he said he …
How far is Germany from a complete coal exit?
Although Germany has ambitious plans to reduce CO2 emissions over the upcoming decades, a total phase-out of the country’s main climate culprit still seems far off. A report from Germany’s biggest coal battleground.Germany’s ambitious greenhouse gas reduction plans are facing a major obstacle: an apparent addiction to coal. Germany has committed to reducing greenhouse gas …
Misr Beni Suef Cement Company postpones coal mill installation to Q3
Company forced to postpone the mill installation due to the US dollar shortage and the effects of the currency flotation
Government to discuss raising tariff on biofuel next week
Committee suggests price ranging between EGP 1.02-1.08 per KW/h
More claim health complications from coal emissions in Alexandria, factory denies responsibility
Coal emissions are becoming more apparent in Wady El-Qamar neighbourhood
Habi files lawsuit against Environment Ministry, 2 private cement factories
The centre has called several times for the publication of environmental impact assessment studies
Citizens, MP in uproar over Wady Al-Qamar cement plant emissions
Coal use was approved by the ministry in several cement plants, endangering nearby residents
Lung cancer looms over Helwan residents amid increased factory pollution: Maat
The centre calls for factories to be transferred away from the residential block following a recent visit
Egypt concludes sixth AMCEN special session, launches national strategy for green economy
Egypt aims for gradual transition into green purchases amid growing concern over coal expansion
Charcoal production in Egypt
At the completion of the process, tar composes nearly 30% of the charcoal’s weight, while the proportion of carbon is fixed at about 75%, the normal percentage for commercial coal
Coal use no longer negotiable: Fahmy
Egypt releases third national communication report on climate change
Environmentalists to bring new, less hazardous energy mix solutions by 2030
CO2 emissions coming from coal use is upwards of 50m tonnes, says ECESR
Environment minister to cooperate with parliament to ratify amended environmental law
Amendments to allow coal to be imported, after it was prohibited previously
Local rights group reviews Egypt’s environmental progress since COP21
Egypt is still not prepared to contain further climate change threats, says researcher
IDA receives 37 applications for coal-fired cement factories
Ministry of Industry issues 14 licenses
South Valley Cement to covert to coal for $19.5m cost
Regulations for the use of coal were outlined by former prime minister in April 2015
Increasing demand for cement relies on increasing government investment
Domestic companies produce 70m tonnes, while expected demand stands at 55m tonnes
In response to lawsuit, Environment Minister says coal is being used within strict measures
Lawsuit was filed earlier by families of Wady El-Qamar against government officials for allowing coal use in a nearby cement factory
Australia approves huge coal terminal, off Great Barrier Reef
Canberra has given its approval to the building one of the world’s largest coal shipping terminal near the Great Barrier Reef. Environmental groups have condemned the plan for both local and global reasons.