August 17, 2022

Toyota, CATL shut plants in Sichuan as power crisis worsens

Floods in the northern Shanxi province, the biggest coal producer, are also leading to mine closures that could impact the wider electricity market.

August 16, 2022

Why BHP reckons China’s economy is poised to improve

China’s infrastructure and automotive sectors are “already responding to policy support,” although a rebound in housing activity is expected to take longer, the producer said.

August 15, 2022

Coal miner Seriti buys Windlab in shift to renewable energy

The deal worth $55 million will give Seriti a 51% stake in the wind and solar power business.

August 15, 2022

More flooding in Mexican mine frustrates rescue effort for 10 miners

The surge came from the nearby Conchas Norte mine, which closed due to flooding in 1996 and has since accumulated nearly 2 million cubic metres of water.

August 15, 2022

Anglo coal spinoff weighs acquisitions after record profit

Thungela Resources is searching for assets to buy after first-half profit surged on record-high fuel prices.

August 15, 2022

S.African coal exports to Europe surge, shipments to Asia decline

South Africa's coal sales to Europe rose eight-fold during the first half of 2022 compared with last year.

August 14, 2022

Mexican government issues temporary suspension to 10 mining concessions

Mexico’s General Directorate of Mines issued a temporary suspension to 10 mining concessions that need to prove compliance with safety standards.

August 14, 2022

UK coal mine dilemma pits energy crisis against green goals

At the dormant Haig Pit in Whitehaven, there are signs that an activity long considered dead wants to come back to life.

August 14, 2022

How to remove chromium, arsenic from mining-polluted water

An adsorbent with high selectivity for chromium and arsenic has been discovered.

August 13, 2022

Coal giants are making mega profits as climate crisis grips the world

It’s never been a better time to make money by digging up coal.