Crushed coal
Crushed coal is a widely used form of fossil fuel obtained by mechanically reducing the size of mined coal to meet the requirements of various industrial processes. This article examines…
Run-of-mine coal (ROM coal)
Run-of-mine coal (commonly abbreviated as ROM coal) is the raw material produced directly from a mine before any processing, washing or blending. It represents the first form of coal as…
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Washed thermal coal
Washed thermal coal occupies a distinct place within the global coal sector as a commercially prepared product designed to meet the quality demands of modern power plants and industrial users.…
Industrial steam coal
Industrial steam coal — commonly called thermal coal — remains a cornerstone of global energy systems and heavy industries despite growing pressure from decarbonisation policies. This article examines what industrial…
Power-station coal
This article examines the coal used in large-scale electricity generation — commonly called power-station or thermal coal — its geological occurrence, mining and processing, economic and trade dynamics, role in…
Global coal supply and demand explained
Coal remains one of the most important and controversial fuels in the global energy system. It powers a large share of electricity generation, supports energy‑intensive industries and provides jobs in…
Khutala Mine – South Africa
The Khutala Mine, situated in South Africa’s prolific coalfields, stands as a representative example of the country’s long-established coal mining industry. This article examines Khutala’s location and geological setting, the…
Coal Subsidies: Who Still Supports Them and Why
The following discussion examines the multifaceted role of coal in contemporary energy systems, its position in global markets, the dynamics of stock valuation, and the broader economic and environmental forces…
Heating coal
Heating coal plays a continuing and complex role in the modern energy system. This article explores the geological occurrence, mining and processing, global production and trade, economic importance, industrial uses,…
Steam-raising coal
Steam-raising coal, often referred to as steam coal or thermal coal, is the class of coal primarily used to generate steam for electricity production and industrial heat. This article examines…
