Chemical-grade coal
This article examines the specialised category commonly called chemical-grade coal — varieties of coal selected or processed for use as a raw material in chemical, metallurgical and high-value industrial applications.…
Syngas coal feedstock
This article examines the use of coal as a feedstock for producing syngas — a mixture of primarily carbon monoxide and hydrogen — addressing its geological occurrence, extraction regions, industrial…
Gasification coal
This article explores the role of coal tailored for gasification — the conversion of coal into a combustible or chemical-rich gas (syngas) used for power, fuels and chemicals. Gasification coal…
Coal fines
This article examines the often-overlooked fraction of coal known as coal fines — the small particles and powdered material generated during mining, handling, crushing and processing of coal. Coal fines…
Industrial Gasification of Coal: Processes and Uses
Industrial gasification of coal is a process that converts coal into synthetic gas (syngas) through a series of chemical reactions. This syngas can then be used for various industrial applications,…
The Conversion of Lignite into Synthetic Fuels
The conversion of lignite into synthetic fuels is a topic of significant interest in the energy sector. Lignite, often referred to as brown coal, is a type of coal that…
