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The real cost of coal mines to people and planet

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What happened

The longer it takes to transition away from fossil fuels such as coal, the more costs accrue as climate change accelerates.

Key facts

  • Reported by Phys.org and published Wed, 30 Sep 2026 22:20:05 UTC.

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