• December 6, 2025
Antaibao Coal Mine – China

The Antaibao Coal Mine is one of the better-known coal production sites in northern China. It plays a role in supplying fuel for regional power generation and industry, and it…

  • December 5, 2025
Fat coal

Fat coal — a traditional term used in many coal-producing countries — denotes a high-quality type of coal valued for its energy content and physical behavior during heating. Often associated…

  • December 1, 2025
Sub-bituminous B

Sub-bituminous B coal is a low- to medium-rank thermal coal that plays an important role in contemporary energy systems, particularly for power generation. It sits between lignite and bituminous coal…

  • December 1, 2025
Sub-bituminous A

Sub-bituminous A coal occupies an important place in the global energy mix. Positioned between lignite and bituminous ranks, this coal type is commonly used for power generation and industrial heat.…

  • December 1, 2025
The Impact of Coal on Air Quality and Public Health

Coal has long been a foundational element in global energy production, shaping industries and economies for centuries. Its widespread use has led to significant debates over environmental sustainability and health…

  • November 30, 2025
Sub-bituminous coal

Sub-bituminous coal is an intermediate rank of coal that bridges the gap between lignite and bituminous coal. It plays a crucial role in modern energy systems, particularly in power generation,…

  • November 29, 2025
Medium-volatile bituminous coal

Medium-volatile bituminous coal is a widely used and geologically important type of hard coal that sits in the mid-range of the coal rank scale. It combines relatively high fixed carbon…

  • November 19, 2025
How Public Opinion Is Shaping Coal Policy

The evolution of coal from its 19th-century origins to its current status as a focal point of environmental debate has been marked by remarkable shifts in perception, technology, and policy.…

  • November 8, 2025
How China’s Coal Demand Shapes Global Markets

As the world’s largest consumer of fossil fuels, China exerts a profound influence on the global energy landscape. Its voracious appetite for coal shapes not only domestic policy but also…

  • January 8, 2025
Bituminous Coal: Characteristics and Industrial Applications

Bituminous coal, often referred to as “soft coal,” is a type of coal that is widely used for various industrial applications due to its favorable characteristics. This article delves into…