Coal is dirtier than you think by Ember

Methane is a climate crisis accelerator, and coal mines are a major source Yet, the scale of coal mine methane emissions is often overlooked. Getting this issue on the political agenda could achieve major - and affordable - emissions reductions in the near term.

This visual explainer shines a light on the underreporting of coal mine methane emissions at a national and global level. Illustrations, data visualisations and satellite imagery are used to assist target audiences (local NGOs and policymakers) to amplify awareness of this complex, yet crucial issue that could deliver megatonne emissions savings and slow climate change.

Illustrations showcase the measurement techniques that could help identify opportunities for abatement and more than halve coal mine methane emissions, using existing technologies.