Geologically mature coal
Geologically mature coal represents the high end of the coalification continuum: material that has been subjected to prolonged burial, heat and pressure, and in many cases tectonic deformation and regional…
Underground-mine coal
Underground-mine coal — commonly referred to as coal extracted from deep seams below the earth’s surface — remains a cornerstone of global industry, energy systems and regional economies. This article…
Uvalnaya Mine – Russia
The following article provides a thorough overview of the Uvalnaya Mine in Russia, describing its location, geological setting, the types of **coal** extracted, operational characteristics, economic and statistical context, and…
Open-pit coal
This article examines open-pit coal — one of the most visible and economically significant forms of fossil-fuel extraction. It covers where this coal is found, how it is mined, the…
Qipanjing Coal Mine – China
The Qipanjing coal mining area, located in northern China, is a significant component of the country’s vast coal landscape. This article examines the mine’s location, geology, the types of coal…
Naryn Sukhait Coal Mine – Mongolia
The Naryn Sukhait coal deposit, located in the southern reaches of Mongolia near the Chinese border, is one of the country’s better-known coal sites and a significant element of the…
Mucanha-Vuzi Mine – Mozambique
The following article examines the Mucanha-Vuzi mining area within the broader coal-mining landscape of central Mozambique. It covers location and geology, the types of coal encountered, economic and industrial significance,…
Lignite briquettes
Lignite briquettes, a processed form of low-rank coal commonly called lignite or brown coal, play a distinctive role in regional energy systems and small-scale heating applications. This article explores where…
Kostolac Mine – Serbia
The Kostolac mining and power complex is one of Serbia’s most important coal-producing areas and energy hubs. Located in the eastern part of the country near the town of Kostolac…
Coal-to-chemicals feedstock
This article explores the role of coal as a feedstock for coal-to-chemicals processes: where this resource is found and mined, how it is converted into chemical intermediates, its economic and…
