Germany sets clean energy target as villages are lost to a coal mine

The transcript discusses the demolition of the village Imarat in Germany to expand a coal mine owned by RWE, a major energy company. This expansion has led to the displacement of residents and the destruction of local infrastructure. Despite the German government's plan to phase out coal, the mine's expansion continues, prompting protests and resistance from environmental activists. The coal exit law is cited as a reason for the gradual transition away from coal, emphasizing the need for energy security. The situation highlights the tension between environmental concerns and energy demands.

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