• May 12, 2026
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…

  • May 11, 2026
Coal-to-liquid feedstock

This article examines coal as a feedstock for coal-to-liquid (CTL) processes: its geology, global occurrence, mining and supply, economic importance, statistics, industrial uses, environmental challenges and technological trends. Coal remains…

  • May 10, 2026
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…

  • 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 22, 2026
The Future of Coal-to-Liquids (CTL) Technology

The transformation of abundant coal reserves into liquid fuels through Coal-to-Liquids (CTL) processes has attracted growing interest amid concerns over energy security and soaring oil prices. By converting solid carbon…

  • 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.…