The controversial decision to approve a new coalmine in Cumbria was met with dismay by UK environmental groups, with many wondering what it meant for a country that has pitched itself as a leader in the green energy revolution...
Whitehaven colliery will release about 17,500 tonnes of methane every year, estimates thinktank
Whitehaven colliery will release about 17,500 tonnes of methane every year, estimates thinktank
Friends of the Earth says significant climate impacts not taken into account when go-ahead was given
Head of offsetting standard rubbishes minister’s claim of Cumbrian mine’s carbon neutrality as ‘absurd’
Michael Gove’s decision to approve a new mine is greeted with anger and frustration by Steven Schofield, Keith Fitton, Dr Chris Haughton, Gary Nethercott and Liz Fairhurst
The government says the needs of UK steelmaking override the environmental impact. The industry thinks differentlyThe decision to approve a new £165m coalmine in Cumbria reveals an unpleasant truth about the government....
‘Red wall credentials’ suspected at Westminster as real reason for approval by Michael Gove
US climate envoy says he will publicly criticise UK’s approval of Cumbrian mine if it adds to emissions
Campaigners expected to gather on Friday and Saturday, and possible legal challenge is being explored
Ed Miliband vows party will seek to prevent ‘climate-destroying’ plan and if elected would deliver green jobs
Mine could affect Britain’s climate commitments, which some believe could help get decision struck down
West Cumbria Mining, which set up Whitehaven office during push for new mine, owned by EMR Capital
PM’s commitment to green targets questioned as top climate adviser calls decision ‘absolutely indefensible’
Cumbrian Lib Dem MP condemns decision to give green light to Britain’s first new coalmine in 30 years
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