July 8, 2021 Coal output in US seen rising most since 1990 on global demand American coal production this year will swell 15% to meet stronger demand for electricity at home and abroad, according to the US Energy Department.
July 8, 2021 South Africa says mine deaths rose 33% in the first half 2021 South Africa's mines recorded 32 deaths in the first half of 2021 compared with 24 during the same period in 2020.
July 8, 2021 Indonesia’s surge in covid-19 cases spreads to coal mining areas Indonesia's biggest coal-producing province of East Kalimantan has recorded a spike in coronavirus cases.
July 8, 2021 Australia must weigh climate change in mine approvals — court Federal judge has ruled the environment minister has a duty to consider risks emissions pose to young people when approving coal mines or expansions.
July 7, 2021 Social risks accelerate in coal sector – report Moody's warns the coal industry will face increasing risks related to worker safety and human capital.
July 7, 2021 Teck cuts coal outlook on British Columbia wildfire impact September-quarter coal sales will be between 300,000 to 500,000 tonnes less.
July 6, 2021 Top Australian coal mines are spewing more methane than rivals For every tonne of coal produced in the Bowen Basin region in Queensland state, an average of 7.5 kg of the potent greenhouse gas is released.
July 6, 2021 Iconic South African mines ravaged economy’s unlikely savior Surging demand and prices for commodities including platinum-group metals, iron ore, manganese and coal are generating record mining-company profits and bolstering government revenue.
July 6, 2021 Australian coal miners recapitalise, eye BHP assets and other M&A Buoyed by a rebound in the price of coal, miners are dusting off expansion plans and raising capital for new projects and acquisitions.
July 6, 2021 South Africa’s coal export line remains partially closed after derailment A 208-wagon coal train derailed in South Africa over the weekend partially shutting a rail line that links mines to the Richards Bay export terminal.
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