This week's environmental news covers a wide range of topics with significant implications. A report highlights the mismanagement of an opencast coal mine, warning of a 'permanent scar' above a town if the mine is not fully restored. Meanwhile, China's intensifying deep-sea mining activities raise concerns about gaps in understanding the environmental impacts of this industry, as state-owned companies ramp up operations. On a more positive note, the Royal Mint has launched a plant to extract gold from e-waste, providing a sustainable solution for valuable metal recovery. However, environmental challenges persist, as coastal communities in the Philippines grapple with an oil spill in Manila Bay following a super typhoon. Simultaneously, Southern California regulators are imposing pollution limits on the region's rail yards, targeting emissions reduction, and preventing the aggravation of local air quality. The water pollution and foul odors at the Salton Sea in Southern California are causing health concerns, impacting both residents and wildlife, shedding light on the urgent need for environmental intervention. In India, the demand for more power has led to increased coal usage, despite the country's strong push for solar energy. Additionally, methane slip from LNG ships is posing a threat to the maritime sector's net-zero goals, demanding multiple solutions for emissions reduction. Finally, Thailand's fishing reform, while aiming to protect fishers' incomes, is prompting fears that it could reverse a decade of progress on environmental recovery and human rights in the industry.