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Coal’s place in the global hydrogen economy

Jane Marsh explains coal’s potential role in the emerging hydrogen economy, particularly through coal gasification coupled with carbon capture and storage (CCS).

 

Coal ash utilisation: Turning waste into resources

Jane Marsh details how power plants can become more sustainable by turning coal ash into valuable resources – using components in green concrete and infrastructure reduces the environmental impact and allows companies to protect the environment.

 

Sustainable coal mining practices: Innovations for a cleaner future

Jane Marsh outlines how coal miners are in the process of adopting sustainable practices and innovative technologies to overcome environmental and economic challenges, reducing ecological impact and positioning the industry for a cleaner future.

 

Coal’s future: New report charts path to sustainability

FutureCoal’s latest report, ‘Roadmap for a Sustainable Coal Value Chain’, highlights how advanced coal technologies can reduce emissions, while continuing to support the global demand for energy and industrial growth.

 

Thiess Rehabilitation restores Muswellbrook mined land

80 years after breaking ground on the Muswellbrook Coal Mine, Thiess Rehabilitation is making significant progress with technology-led post-mining land restoration works for the site’s current owner, Idemitsu Australia.

 

EU State aid to help close Romanian coal mines

The European Commission has approved a Romanian State aid measure to support the closure of four uncompetitive coal mines of Lonea, Lupeni, Livezeni, and Vulcan, in the Jiu Valley.

 

COP29: The uprising of energy sovereignty

FutureCoal highlights the growing calls from developing and emerging nations for an inclusive, sovereignty-focused approach to climate and energy policies – an approach it has consistently maintained at previous COPs.

 
 
 
 

UK to ban new coal mining licences

The UK Department for Energy Security & Net Zero has announced plans for the introduction of legislation to restrict licences for new coal mines as the UK embraces clean energy.

 
 
 

Bridging the heavy equipment skill gap with innovative training

GembaPro is redesigning heavy equipment operator training with customised, simulation-driven lessons accessible on any device, bridging skill gaps in mining and delivering proven improvements in knowledge and cost savings.