August 4, 2022

Day after Mexico mine collapse, families fret over 10 trapped miners

President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador said investigations into those responsible for the mine's safety will come only after the rescue effort.

August 4, 2022

Low Rhine water level to hit output at two German coal plants

Germany last month agreed to reactivate its coal-fired power plants or extend their lifespans in response to its worst energy crisis in generations.

August 4, 2022

Mexican president promises non-stop effort to save 10 trapped miners

They became trapped on Wednesday after three wells at the coal mine overflowed, causing an inner wall to collapse.

August 4, 2022

Australia knocks back major coal project near Great Barrier Reef

Minister for Environment and Water Tanya Plibersek said the Central Queensland Coal project could have unacceptable impacts on the world heritage site.

August 4, 2022

Russia becomes India’s third-largest coal supplier

Steep discounts offered by Russian suppliers to Indian consumers have incentivized higher buying of thermal coal.

August 4, 2022

Ten Mexican miners remain trapped in coal mine after three rescued

Some 92 soldiers were working at the scene, as well as specialists and rescue dogs.

August 4, 2022

Glencore profit more than doubles thanks to soaring coal price

The firm’s coal division generated earnings of $8.9 billion in the first six months of the year as prices for the fossil fuel have soared.

August 2, 2022

Glencore is cashing in on coal to dodge big mining’s slowdown

Analysts are forecasting record profits and returns when Glencore reports on Thursday.

August 1, 2022

Globally more is being spent on coal than copper mining

New report shows growing disconnect between rhetoric on energy transition, which requires exponential growth in copper mining, and the realities of going green.

July 29, 2022

Glencore flags cash tied up in record trading profits

The world’s biggest commodity trader is expected to report record profits next week, driven by surging thermal coal prices and record trading returns.