The future of South Africa's coal industry is not what it
T he future of the once-booming South African coal industry is no longer what it used to be or, to use another well-known old saw, the 'winds of change' seem to have finally caught up with the sector that produced 259 million tons (Mt) of coal in 2019 and earned total revenues of R139.3bn.. This development is not new because the trend …
The Future of Global Coal Production (2021 …
Coal is the world's most affordable energy fuel, and as such, the world's biggest commodity market for electricity generation. Unfortunately, that low-cost energy comes at a high cost for the …
EXCLUSIVE: The future of coal in South Africa literally rests …
The future of coal and coal mining t 2050 in South Africa. The above leaves the coal industry in an uncertain position. There are basically two stark choices. A major decline in the coal mining industry. The first major shock could be a decision to effectively close all coal fired power stations between now and 2050 and go with renewables.
Event: A fair coal phase-out – a needed dialogue for Mexico, …
In the case of Mexico and South Africa, for example, coal production is concentrated in one particular area of the countries where they face similar social, …
Coal mining to move to more sustainable practices
The ongoing shift from traditional coal mining to sustainably mined coal in 2024 and beyond will "witness remarkable advancements" in new coal mining methods, driven by innovative technologies ...
Executive summary – World Energy Outlook 2023
Getting on track to meet these targets, including net zero goals, has broad implications for future pathways. In India, it means every dollar of value added by India's industry results in 30% less carbon dioxide (CO 2) by 2030 than it does today, and each kilometre driven by a passenger car, on average, emits 25% less CO 2. Some 60% of two ...
Africa: the future of coal industry in the era of energy …
The most striking feature of the coal industry is the almost exclusive role played by Southern Africa, and South Africa in particular. Favored by geology, this part of the continent has an abundant and cheap supply. Here, more than anywhere else, the future of mineral coal depends primarily on demand, particularly from power generation …
Global coal demand expected to decline in …
Coal 2023 sees global demand for coal rising by 1.4% in 2023, surpassing 8.5 billion tonnes for the first time. The global increase masks stark differences among regions. Consumption is on course to …
Our Impact
Our 2023 "Future Coal" Leaders Forum in Singapore attracted substantial international interest by focusing on transitioning to coal's non-energy applications. This included reclaimed coal waste, which can produce a …
South African Mining 2024 Outlook: Navigating Challenges …
CEO Warren Beech shares insights on the year ahead and the industry's future. Explore the challenges facing South African mining in 2024. ... The year 2023 proved to be an exceptionally demanding period for the global mining industry, with South Africa facing multifaceted and far-reaching challenges. ... Anglo American to Receive …
Metallurgical Coal: Is There A Future?
However, I can only think that the U.S. coal industry will shrink further in the future as it has recently with so many coal company bankruptcies. King Coal is definitely in long and apparently ...
For Mexico's president, the future isn't renewable …
April 12, 2021 12:11 AM PT. SABINAS, Mexico —. Juan Manuel Briones was 14 when he started working in the coal mines in this remote stretch of northern Mexico. He toiled underground for nearly ...
Opportunities and Challenges for South Africa's Coal Industry …
In February, I had the opportunity to attend an insightful webinar hosted by IHS on the Opportunities and Challenges for South Africa's Coal Industry in 2022.Part one of two sessions started with an appraisal of current international steam coal trends by James Peterson (IHS Coal, Metals & Mining) and Rajendra Singh (Komin India Resources Pvt …
Evolving coal for current and future energy needs in South Africa
Industry sectors. Platinum Group Metals. Gold. Diamonds & Gemstones. Coal. Battery metals. Base Metals. ... Evolving coal to meet current and future energy needs in South Africa. By Menar. July 19, 2023 ... and we do not produce wind turbines in South Africa. But when a coal mine is opened, we can employ between 400-800 …
Paper: Energy Transition in Mexico – A fair coal phase-out
November 26, 2021. Designing a fair coal phase-out strategy in Mexico is one of the country's most urgent measures to address climate change and to ensure an energy …
Does the coal industry have a future in Australia?
The International Energy Agency says moving away from coal as the world's leading energy source is crucial. Dr Fatih Birol is the executive director of the International Energy Agency.
Transforming to FutureCoal: the global alliance for sustainable coal
In a significant move to redefine the coal industry's future, the World Coal Association has transformed into FutureCoal – The Global Alliance for Sustainable Coal. This rebranding, announced in New Delhi, marks a pivotal shift in the industry, addressing the call for modernization and unity across the coal value chain.
The future of underground coal gasification in South Africa
The use of underground coal gasification (UCG) technology to extract synthetic gas from coal, deemed to be uneconomical to mine could be another game changer for the South African economy, (similar to the potential of shale gas), through the optimised use of South Africa's coal resources and reserves to ensure national energy security.
Sustainable Coal
Sustainable Coal Stewardship (SCS) allows like-minded nations and corporations to form collaborations across the coal value chain to advance a progressive, innovation and technology led coal industry. The coal value chain is a significant contributor to sectors such as power, steel, cement, aluminium, chemicals, and renewable infrastructure.
Executive summary – Coal 2023 – Analysis
Global coal demand reached a record high in 2022 amid the global energy crisis, rising by 4% year-on-year to 8.42 billion tonnes (Bt). The growth engine for coal demand, which …
FutureCoal: The Global Alliance for Sustainable Coal
Our Foundations. 1. Support all fuels and technologies: We encourage the sovereign rights of all coal producing and consuming nations and those nations which seek to genuinely support them. 2. Represent the entire …
Coal 2023 – Analysis
The International Energy Agency's latest projections see coal demand peaking within this decade under today's policy settings, primarily as a result of the structural decline in coal use in developed economies and a weaker economic outlook for China, which has also pledged to reach a peak in CO 2 emissions before 2030. …
Chelmsford Colliery
Note: The above section was automatically generated and is based on data from the GEM April 2024 Global Coal Mine Tracker dataset. Background Chelmsford Colliery Coal Mine is a surface & underground mine in Newcastle, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.. The Chelmsford mine is owned and operated by Future Coal (Pty) Ltd. Its …
The future of coal: A historic turning point on the horizon
African coal demand and supply led by South Africa . The IEA states that coal consumption in Africa decreased by 4.4million Mt in 2022, to a total of 187Mt because of persistent issues with Eskom's coal plant fleet. This decrease was modest though because consumption was already reduced thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Our mission & our members
This is the responsibility of every company across the coal value chain. By working together, we can advance clean coal technologies and build a sustainable future for coal. The World Coal Association wants to lead a conversation representing a modern coal value chain, leading innovation, and supporting global economic and environmental goals.
South Africa Coal Mining Industry Report 2023: Inadequate
DUBLIN, Nov. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The "The Coal Mining Sector in South Africa 2023" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.. This report on the coal industry in South ...
For Mexico's president, the future isn't renewable energy — it's coal
In 2012, Mexico became one of the first countries to pass climate change legislation, and in 2017 it joined a coalition of governments committed to phasing out coal-fired electricity by 2030.
The future of coal in a carbon-constrained climate
The coal industry typically is a powerful stakeholder with vested interests in delaying coal phase-out. Strategies to overcome the influence of vested interests might include government payments ...
FUTURE COAL (PTY) LTD Company Profile
Find company research, competitor information, contact details & financial data for FUTURE COAL (PTY) LTD of NEWCASTLE, KwaZulu-Natal. Get the latest business insights from Dun & Bradstreet.
Coal Market Dynamics: Current Growth Landscape and Future …
Datong Coal Industry Company Limited. China Coal. Vale SA. ... Canada and Mexico) Europe (Germany, UK, France, Italy, Russia and Turkey etc.) ... Current as well as the future market outlook of ...