Banovici Coal Mine – Bosnia and Herzegovina
The Banovići coal mine, located in the northeastern part of Bosnia and Herzegovina, is one of the country’s notable coal-producing sites. For decades it has served as a keystone of…
Astaka Dodol Mine – Indonesia
The Astaka Dodol Mine is a name that appears in discussions of Indonesian coal mining sites, but public, detailed records specific to this mine are scarce. This article summarizes what…
The Geopolitics of Coal: Who Controls the World’s Supply?
The global reliance on coal has shaped economies, powered industries, and influenced diplomatic strategies for centuries. While clean energy initiatives gain momentum, coal remains a significant pillar of energy security…
Thar Coal Mine – Pakistan
The Thar coalfield in Pakistan is one of the most talked-about mineral discoveries of the 21st century in South Asia. Located in southeastern Pakistan, it offers vast potential to reshape…
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…
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Bituminous briquettes
Bituminous briquettes are a form of processed coal that combine the properties of natural bituminous coal with mechanical compaction and, often, added binders to create a solid, uniform fuel product.…
Raspadskaya Mine – Russia
The following article examines the Raspadskaya mine, one of Russia’s most prominent coal mining operations. It covers the mine’s geographic setting, geological characteristics, the type of coal produced, economic and…
Severnaya Mine – Russia
This article examines the Severnaya Mine, a coal mining site in Russia, covering its location, geology, production characteristics, economic role, and broader significance for industry and communities. The text presents…
Benga Coal Mine – Mozambique
The Benga Coal Mine, located in the heart of Mozambique’s Tete Province, is one of the better-known operations within the broader Moatize coal basin. Over the past two decades the…
Carbonized coal
This article examines the nature, occurrence, processing and economic importance of carbonized coal — the coal that has undergone carbonization to yield high-carbon materials such as coke and other carbon…
