Power-grade lignite
This article examines brown coal (lignite), commonly referred to as power-grade lignite, describing its geological nature, global distribution, mining and processing methods, economic and industrial roles, environmental impacts and the…
Moatize II – Mozambique
The Moatize II development in Mozambique represents one of the most important coal projects in southern Africa. Located in the rich Moatize coal basin in western Mozambique, the mine has…
What Role Does Coal Play in the Global Hydrogen Market?
The interplay between coal and the global hydrogen market has become a focal point for policymakers, energy companies, and investors aiming to reconcile traditional energy resources with the drive toward…
Minjova Mine – Mozambique
The Minjova Mine, referenced in some regional reports and local accounts, is part of the broader story of coal mining in Mozambique. While detailed public records specifically naming Minjova are…
Industrial-grade lignite
Industrial-grade lignite, often termed brown coal, is a distinctive type of coal that occupies an important but controversial position in the global energy and industrial landscape. Characterized by relatively low…
Mbali Coal Mine – South Africa
The Mbali Coal Mine is one of the many coal-producing sites contributing to South Africa’s long-standing role as a global coal supplier and a cornerstone of the country’s domestic energy…
Metallurgical middlings
This article discusses the category known as metallurgical middlings — intermediate coal products generated in the preparation of metallurgical coal (also called coking coal). It explains what middlings are, where…
What Investors Need to Know About Green Alternatives to Coal
Coal has been a cornerstone of industrial growth for more than two centuries, fueling factories, power plants, and steel mills around the world. As investors examine opportunities in the energy…
Maules Creek Mine – Australia
The Maules Creek Mine is one of the most prominent and contentious coal operations in Australia. Located in the north-western plains of New South Wales, it has attracted attention for…
Thermal middlings
Thermal middlings are an often-overlooked but important fraction of coal that plays a practical role across mining, coal preparation and power-generation value chains. This article explains what thermal middlings are,…
