# Australian coal industry

Type: industry

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## Recent coverage (1 stories)

### Australia Limits New Coal Mines While Approving Major Brownfield Expansions
2026-03-19 07:25:07 · Sentiment: Neutral · Impact: 7/10 · Sources: 4

Australian regulators have implemented a dual-track policy that halts the development of entirely new 'greenfield' coal mines while simultaneously granting approvals for significant expansions at existing sites. This strategic compromise seeks to maintain economic stability and royalty revenues while technically adhering to long-term decarbonization commitments.
Full story: https://getclimatebrief.com/story/australia-coal-expansion-regulation-2026

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