Australia stands by coal despite IPCC warning

A loaded coal train passes through the outskirts of Singleton, in the NSW Hunter Valley.

A loaded coal train passes through the outskirts of Singleton, in the NSW Hunter Valley. Source: AAP

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The Australian government says it will not phase out the use of coal-fired power, despite a new report saying its elimination is integral to limiting global warming.

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