Since the 18th century, coal has had a vital role in industrial production, energy, and heating. Even today, this fossil fuel is responsible for the majority of Asia’s energy production, led by China and India. Yet, as a fossil fuel, it is becoming increasingly regulated and costly to use. GHG emission regulations are ramping up globally and it seems that coal lacks any long-term perspectives. Despite this, demand and prices have been on their way up since 2021. So what is the future of coal in 2023?

The world is seeing a unified push to discard fossil fuel power in exchange for sustainable energy. Electric cars, hydrogen-cell ships, and solar power are all examples of technology and innovations prompted by this revolution. As the world transitions to electric vehicles, the demand for metals and minerals is set to skyrocket.

Before the average person interacts with it, crude oil has to be processed into one of the many materials we use every day. Gasoline, plastic, and even jet fuel all begin as raw material that is pumped from the earth. So where are the largest refineries in the world?

Elen Toodu works for Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions, known for offering world-class equipment for underground mining and surface drilling rigs. Elen is a part

For 20 years, Dr. Ali Soofastaei has worked to improve energy efficiency, reduce carbon emissions, increase productivity, and reduce the total product cost of the mining sector through the use of new technologies.

Future Bridge is pleased to announce the second event in its Mining & Metals series: ‘Mining 4.0‘. The previous conference, ‘Energy Transition & Emission Reduction