The Science Behind Turning Coal Ash into Useful Materials
The global energy landscape has long been shaped by fossil fuels, with coal playing a central role in powering industries and generating electricity. Beyond its primary function as a fuel,…
Liquefaction coal
This article examines coal liquefaction — the technologies, geology, economics, industry relevance and environmental consequences of converting solid coal into liquid fuels and chemicals. Coal liquefaction has a long technical…
Coal for ammonia synthesis
This article explores the role of coal as a feedstock for industrial ammonia synthesis: where such coal is found, how it is mined and processed for chemical use, the technologies…
De-watered coal
De-watered coal is not a distinct geological variety but a processed form of coal with significantly reduced water content. It plays a growing role wherever low-rank coals (high moisture, low…
The Rise of High-Efficiency, Low-Emission (HELE) Coal Plants
Coal has been a cornerstone of global energy production for centuries, shaping industrial revolutions and fueling economic growth. As the energy landscape evolves, new technologies and market dynamics are transforming…
The Most Innovative Carbon Capture Projects Linked to Coal
Amid shifting energy demands and environmental concerns, coal remains a pivotal force in the global energy mix. From powering industrial revolutions to supporting baseload electricity grids, the trajectory of this…
Ultra-cleaned thermal coal
The term ultra-cleaned thermal coal refers to thermally graded coal that has undergone intensive beneficiation and cleaning processes to remove ash, sulfur, moisture and other impurities, producing a fuel with…
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…









