June 28, 2021

Russell: Commodity outperformance switching to energy from metals

The rally in commodity prices is likely to see a shift from metals to energy resources, such as crude oil, liquefied natural gas (LNG) and coal.

June 28, 2021

China approves expansion of capacity of coal mine in Xinjiang region

The approval granted to Shaduizi coal mine, located in Sandaoling mine area in the northwestern region.

June 28, 2021

Glencore grabs Anglo American, BHP stakes in Cerrejon coal mine

Based on expected operating performance and current coal prices Glencore expects to pay only $230 million for the combined 66.6% stake.

June 26, 2021

Scientists develop environmentally friendly method for recovering REE from coal fly ash

Researchers at the Georgia Institute of Technology are using an ionic liquid to extract rare earth elements from coal fly ash.

June 23, 2021

In the cost war, renewables are winning battles against fossil fuels — report

The International Renewable Energy Agency reports that, in some cases, new renewable power generation capacity has electricity costs lower than the cheapest source of new fossil fuel‑fired capacity.

June 21, 2021

Coal-loving Australia rejects green hub on environment risks

The renewable energy hub was initially expected to go through fast approvals processes toward its target of first exports by 2028.

June 21, 2021

GRAPHICS: What’s the plan? Corporate polluters lag on setting climate goals

More than 40 of the world's 250 biggest corporate emitters - or 16% - are only just starting to assess their emissions, report shows.

June 20, 2021

China tightens grip on coal market as prices continue to rise

Chinese regulators shut more coal mines amid rising concern over industrial accidents.

June 20, 2021

Climate ‘bad banks’ dedicated to running down coal mines

Investing in coal mine 'bad banks' not necessarily sustainable.

June 18, 2021

China coking coal retreats after govt pledges to probe into prices

Other steelmaking ingredients also ended lower.