April 20, 2021

Australia’s NSW government to buy out China Shenhua coal mine permit

Farmers have opposed the mine since it would be on prime agricultural land that could impact the region's water table and local Aboriginal people are against the development because it…

April 20, 2021

The stampede to exit coal is a worrying harbinger for LNG: Russell

It's possible the present rush for the exit from coal will be matched by major oil and gas producers making a similar dash to get out of LNG in a…

April 20, 2021

Chinese aluminum smelters forced away from captive coal-fired power — report

According to Wood Mackenzie, China’s march towards carbon neutrality is forcing its aluminium smelters away from using captive coal-fired power.

April 20, 2021

Vale buys Mitsui’s stake in Moatize amid plan to exit coal

Vale is buying the 15% interest in the Mozambican mine held by Japanese trading company for a token fee of $1.

April 16, 2021

China’s Q1 coal output rises 16% on strong demand for winter heating

China churned out 970.56 million tonnes of coal between January and March, up from 829.91 million tonnes in the same period in 2020.

April 15, 2021

China’s record coal prices turn dangerous with mining deaths

Soaring coal prices in China are making mining companies prioritize output ahead of safety, a government agency said amid a spate of deadly accidents.

April 15, 2021

BHP completes its first refuelling of a ship with biofuel

The mining giant is exploring the use of bunker fuels such as liquefied natural gas and biofuels to replace fuel oil, aiming to reduce carbon emissions by 40% when shipping…

April 15, 2021

Glencore faces shareholders revolt over CEO’s pay

Proxy adviser Glass Lewis is pushing investors to vote against the company’s plans to pay Gary Nagle up to $10.4 million.

April 14, 2021

Anglo Pacific open to selling thermal coal royalties to boost ESG credentials

The London-listed company aims to decrease its reliance on coal and steel and attract a broader base of investors by adding more battery metals.

April 11, 2021

Xinjiang coal mine accident traps 21 – China state media

A section of the mine filled with water when 29 miners were working at the site in Hutubi county.