Brule Mine – Canada
The Brule Mine name appears in Canadian coal-mining records in several regional contexts, and it commonly denotes a coal-producing site associated with sedimentary coal seams named “Brule” or localities called…
Bontang Coal Mine – Indonesia
The Bontang Coal Mine (as commonly referred to in literature and trade) encompasses the coal extraction, handling and export activities centered on and around the city of Bontang, on the…
De-watered coal
De-watered coal is not a distinct geological variety but a processed form of coal with significantly reduced water content. It plays a growing role wherever low-rank coals (high moisture, low…
How Governments Are Funding “Clean Energy from Coal” Research
Coal remains one of the most influential and controversial commodities in the global energy system. Its abundant reserves and established infrastructure have provided reliable energy security for decades, yet its…
Bogdanka Coal Mine – Poland
The Bogdanka coal mine, operated by Lubelski Węgiel “Bogdanka” S.A., is one of Poland’s most important and efficient coal production sites. Located in the east-central part of the country, within…
De-ashed coal
De-ashed coal is a processed form of coal from which mineral matter (ash) and many inorganic impurities have been substantially reduced or removed. Through a variety of physical and chemical…
Bhatgaon Mine – India
The following article provides an in-depth look at the Bhatgaon mine and its place within India’s coal-mining landscape. It covers location and geology, the types of coal extracted, methods of…
How Former Coal Towns Are Rebranding Themselves for Tourism
The coal industry has undergone dramatic changes over the last century, evolving from a dominant source of energy to a sector facing intense environmental scrutiny and shifting market dynamics. This…
Premium thermal blend coal
Premium thermal blend coal is a specially selected and mixed grade of coal designed to meet the operational and economic needs of modern power plants and large industrial boilers. It…
Berau Coal Mine – Indonesia
The following article explores the Berau coal mining complex in Indonesia: its geographic setting, geology, mineral characteristics, economic footprint, logistical systems, environmental and social impacts, and its place in the…
