• May 7, 2026
Gasification-grade bituminous coal

Gasification-grade bituminous coal is a specific class of coal valued for its suitability in conversion processes that produce synthesis gas (syngas) — a mixture primarily of carbon monoxide and hydrogen…

  • April 23, 2026
Ultra-low-phosphorus coal

Ultra-low-phosphorus coal represents a niche but strategically important subset of coals whose exceptionally low concentrations of phosphorus make them valuable to high-specification industrial applications. This article examines what ultra-low-phosphorus coal…

  • April 2, 2026
High-volatile B coal

High-volatile B coal occupies an important place in the global spectrum of fossil fuels. As a specific sub-rank within the broader category of bituminous coals, it combines distinct physical and…

  • February 27, 2026
How Coal Gasification Could Power the Next Generation of Energy

Coal has been a cornerstone of global energy production for centuries, providing heat, electricity, and a range of industrial applications. As the world transitions toward cleaner energy sources, traditional coal…

  • January 25, 2026
High-BTU coal

High-BTU coal is a category of fossil fuel prized for its high energy content per unit mass and strong industrial applications. In many energy and metallurgical markets, this coal commands…

  • January 6, 2026
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.…

  • January 6, 2026
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…

  • January 5, 2026
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…

  • December 30, 2025
Activated coal (activated carbon)

Activated coal, commonly known in English as activated carbon, is a highly porous form of carbon produced from carbonaceous raw materials — including coal — and widely used for adsorption,…

  • December 28, 2025
Coal briquettes

This article explores the world of coal briquettes: what they are, where the raw coal comes from, how briquettes are produced and used, and their economic, industrial and environmental significance.…