South East Asian coal producing countries should be cheering on its revival. However, Ng Weng Hoong explains why they will also be grappling with uncertainties brought on by their increased economic dependence on, and the environmental impact of mining and handling, coal.
September 2010: Kay Sever explains how the process of discovery is a subtle but important dynamic in every improvement programme.
African National Congress (ANC) Youth League leader, Julius Malema, has announced that the party will debate nationalisation of the mining industry as part of its national conference in September. Barry Baxter asks whether the party is planning to publicly knock Malema’s proposals on the head?
August 2010: Kay Sever outlines what uncooperative attitudes are really costing you.
Frank Clemente Ph.D, examines the economic, environmental and social benefits of using coal.
What challenges are facing the energy industry and how can they solve these problems?
July 2010: Kay Sever outlines how Culture Change starts with Management, Not Improvement Teams or Tools
You can now find Energy Global on Facebook and Twitter social networking sites.
Charles T. Drevna answers the question.
The US coal sector is facing better prospects after a tough year. However, concerns remain, particularly with regard to climate change legislation, which could have a profound impact on the coal sector.
The transition from a reactive maintenance culture to a proactive one can be beset by pitfalls.
As Asia rushes to meet excessive power demand, its power companies are targeting coal producing countries worldwide to secure supplies. This has lead to domestic supply concerns in at least two countries, as well as fears for the export market as China increases its interest in Mongolian coal; a move that threatens to reshape world coal trade.
Canada is positioning its coal sector to take advantage of the next upturn, with the inevitable return to domestic and international demand for energy looming. The county’s prime focus is on expanding capacity.
Kidnapping remains a problem across the developing world with foreign nationals a particularly attractive target for criminals and militant groups.
Global leaders meet to collaborate on energy efficiency goals.