The future of coal mining towns amid the shift to renewable energy
Discover how coal mining towns can thrive in a cleaner energy transition through advanced technologies, policy support, and economic opportunities while preserving their legacy.
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Battling the storms: How mines are adapting to increasing weather extremes
From dust to rain, miners are facing the most dire weather conditions in the sector's history. Jane Marsh, Editor-in-Chief at Environment.co, explains how modern tools protect workers and boost efficiency while encouraging climate resiliency and adaptation.
Green technologies transforming coal mine ventilation and temperature regulation
Jane Marsh discusses emissions – a primary concern in the mining industry – and details how the sector is adopting sustainable practices, including smart ventilation control and heat exchange systems, to increase operational efficiency and safety.
Geosensing's Critical Role
Daniel J. Brunner and Benjamin Lyddall, REI Drilling, Inc., USA, summarise the application of geosensing to underground directional drilling for geologic exploration.
Interior approves Bull Mountains mining plan modification
The Department of the Interior has announced the approval of the mining plan modification for the Bull Mountains coal mine in Montana.
The Future Of Coal Is Now
Michelle Manook, FutureCoal, UK, details how coal is key to a sustainable and resilient future.
World's first fleet of 100 5G-A autonomous electric mining trucks launched at Yimin mine
A fleet of 100 Huaneng Ruichi autonomous electric mining trucks has entered operation at the Yimin opencast mine in Inner Mongolia, China.
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The Department of the Interior moves to restore coal industry
The Department of the Interior has reaffirmed its commitment to the Trump administration’s goal of American Energy Dominance with a renewed focus on coal.
JSWSA application for extension of the concession
Jastrzebska Spólka Weglowa SA has filed an application in Warsaw for an amendment to its concession no. 7/2009 for mining hard coal and methane as an accompanying mineral from the Borynia deposit.
Underground drift connected Budryk with Knurów
The underground ventilation link between the Budryk mine and the Knurów Section has been completed. The strategic investment will keep the Budryk mine operating until 2077.
Wyoming Energy Authority opens request for proposals for Wyoming coal study
The Wyoming Energy Authority is issuing a request for proposals to conduct a comprehensive Wyoming coal resource study.
Ramaco rare earth project awarded US$6.1 million
Ramaco Resources, Inc. has received a US$6.1 million matching grant for Ramaco's Wyoming carbon ore rare earth Brook mine project.
Warrior provides update on transformational coal project
Warrior Met Coal, Inc. has provided several positive operational and financial updates regarding its progress towards developing its Blue Creek project.
Conuma Resources achieves major milestone
Conuma Resources Ltd. has achieved a significant milestone with the installation and commissioning of the second module at its Quintette Mine’s coal handling and preparation plant.
FutureCoal launches southern Africa Chapter
FutureCoal has launched the southern Africa Chapter, with Seriti Resources Group Chief Executive Officer, Mike Teke, serving as its inaugural Chairman.