Germany last month agreed to reactivate its coal-fired power plants or extend their lifespans in response to its worst energy crisis in generations.

They became trapped on Wednesday after three wells at the coal mine overflowed, causing an inner wall to collapse.

Minister for Environment and Water Tanya Plibersek said the Central Queensland Coal project could have unacceptable impacts on the world heritage site.

Steep discounts offered by Russian suppliers to Indian consumers have incentivized higher buying of thermal coal.

Some 92 soldiers were working at the scene, as well as specialists and rescue dogs.

Analysts are forecasting record profits and returns when Glencore reports on Thursday.

New report shows growing disconnect between rhetoric on energy transition, which requires exponential growth in copper mining, and the realities of going green.