Coal2Canopy research basis and case study Coal2Canopy was inspired by a 30-year research project studying successful tree planting techniques, species, and combinations of species into compacted, low-nutrient coal tip surfaces in Varteg, Pontypool, South Wales. This research project was underpinned by a vision to support ecological resilience, community regeneration and ecosystems services, whilst also mitigating…
New coal mining in England Banned! Yesterday the UK Government released its updated National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) in which it has banned new coal mining in England. This is welcomed by Coal Action Network and our supporters who have worked to oppose new coal mines for many years. This updated policy prevents local authorities…
Where our coal comes from UK industries still hooked on coal Despite 2024 being a momentous year for UK coal mining and use, the fight’s not over. The UK steel and cement sectors (and to a lesser extent, bricks) are the largest users of coal following the closing down of the UK’s last coal-fired power…
Glan Lash opencast extension refused…again Carmarthenshire County Council has rejected Bryn Bach Coal Ltd’s second attempt to expand and extend the currently dormant Glan Lash opencast coal mine, amidst hundreds of hand-written and online objections from residents in the county (see below for a small selection). The decision reflects a clear, strategic commitment to climate…
Unambitious response from Government to consultation on industrial decarbonisation CAN was one of 109 respondents to the UK Government’s consultation on ‘Growing the market for low carbon industrial products: policy framework’. This consultation was to contribute to the UK Government’s announced plans to work with industry to establish green public procurement guidance, product classifications (formerly…
The Planning Playbook A guide to challenging extractive applications near you Foreword This guide draws on 18 years of organisational knowledge fighting opencast coal mine applications. This was always shoulder-to-shoulder with local communities trying to preserve their local environment, way of life, and often motivated by the looming threat of global climate chaos. Coal Action…
Mine water heat potential in Wrexham Coal Action Network is calling for the UK’s vast mine‑water heat potential to be matched by greater ambition to harness this local, low‑carbon resource for communities. We are mapping areas of high geothermal potential and identifying anchor customers with consistent heat demand. West Wrexham heat opportunity Wrexham is the…
Stop Adani, Australia Stop Adani is becoming one of Australia’s biggest ever grassroots campaigns. If Adani’s Carmichael mine goes ahead it will d estroy the ancestral lands, waters and cultures of Indigenous people, do irreperable damage to groundwaters and the ocean, and add 4.6 billion tonnes of carbon pollution to our atmosphere. Instagram: stopadanimovementFacebook: www.facebook.com/stopadani/
Save Druridge, Northumberland Save Druridge successfully defended the idyllic Northumbrian coastline and tourist destination ‘Druridge Bay’ from becoming a 3 million tonne opencast coal mine, known as ‘Highthorn’ proposed by Banks Group. In September 2020, the Secretary of State Robert Jenrick finally overturned the decision to mine 3 million tonnes of coal from Druridge Bay….
Defend Dewley Hill, Newcastle A community campaign group lead by residents of Throckley, Newcastle, against Banks Group’s plan to extract 800,000 tonnes of coal and 40,000 tonnes of fireclay from agricultural and wooded land. They have raised concerns about the impact on local wildlife, access to countryside, local watercourses and the climate emergency. Facebook: www.facebook.com/defendewleyhill