• June 29, 2026
San Juan Coal Mine – Colombia

The San Juan Coal Mine in Colombia represents one of the many mining sites that contribute to Colombia’s role as a major global coal producer and exporter. This article examines…

  • June 8, 2026
Neryungri Open Pit – Russia

This article examines the Neryungri open-pit coal operation in the Russian Far East, placing it in geological, economic and social context. It outlines what is mined, the type and quality…

  • May 27, 2026
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…

  • April 26, 2026
Highveld Coalfield Mines – South Africa

The Highveld coalfield region in South Africa is one of the country’s most important and historically significant zones for coal extraction. Stretching across parts of the Highveld plateau, primarily in…

  • April 12, 2026
El Retiro Coal Mine – Colombia

This article provides a comprehensive overview of the El Retiro coal mine in Colombia, exploring its location, geological setting, the type of coal produced, operational characteristics, economic and statistical indicators,…

  • April 1, 2026
Callide Coal Mine – Australia

The Callide Coal Mine, located in central Queensland, Australia, is an important part of the region’s coal-producing landscape. Situated near the township of Biloela and embedded in a wider coal-bearing…

  • January 6, 2026
Ekibastuz Coal Mine – Kazakhstan

The Ekibastuz coal basin in northeastern Kazakhstan is one of the country’s most important and historically significant coal-producing regions. Located in the Pavlodar region near the town of Ekibastuz, this…

  • January 4, 2026
Carmichael Coal Mine – Australia (India-owned Adani)

The Carmichael Coal Mine, developed by the Adani Group (operating in Australia through subsidiaries often known locally as Bravus Mining & Resources), is one of the most controversial and closely-watched…

  • December 20, 2025
Moatize Coal Mine – Mozambique

The Moatize coal complex in central-western Mozambique is one of the country’s best-known and most strategically important mineral projects. Located in the heart of the Tete coal basin, the site…

  • December 18, 2025
Cerrejón Mine – Colombia

The Cerrejón mine in northern Colombia is one of the world’s largest open-pit coal operations, notable for its scale, long-term economic role in Colombian exports, and the social and environmental…