This Kentucky land was devastated by strip mining—now, activists want to bring the bison back
A coal mine was the first to wreck the land. Now activists want to keep another extractive industry from taking root there: ...
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Breaking Down the Good Samaritan Act: What It Means for Hardrock Mine Remediation
In December 2024, the Good Samaritan Remediation of Abandoned Hardrock Mines Act became law. Lauded by the National Mining Association as “the ...
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Occupational Health Risks in Coal Miners
Additionally, a study conducted in Colombia evaluated the cytotoxic and genotoxic effects of coal mining residues on individuals living near mining sites. The results showed significant ...
‘King Coal’ Is Critical Mineral for South Africa, Minister Says
South Africa’s Mineral Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe said coal is making a comeback and should be considered a critical mineral for the nation because of its contribution to employment and the ...