Tag Archives: West Cumbria Mining

Court Overrules UK Government Approval of New Coal Mine

Posted on September 16, 2024 by Adam Bailey

Another twist in the saga of the proposed mine in West Cumbria. I have posted twice before – here and here – on the proposed West Cumbria Mining project in Cumbria, England, and had assumed that the UK government’s approval … Continue reading →

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Climate Change and a Proposed Coal Mine

Posted on March 7, 2021 by Adam Bailey

A proposed new coal mine in Cumbria, England has prompted vehement arguments for and against.  The underlying problems are a flawed policy framework with insufficient international coordination. To its supporters it’s a no-brainer.  The mine will produce coking coal, an … Continue reading →

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