Lesson 8 - Coal

Question 1

How long will todays proven coal reserves last at current production levels?

Answer 1

150 years

Question 2

What is the rough global coal consumption pattern?

Answer 2

Rising in developing/emerging nations
Industrialisation
Abundant + relatively cheap mining

Question 3

What is coal gasification?

Answer 3

Partial oxidation of coal
Potential env. + efficiency advantages

Question 4

What proportion of global energy does coal generate?

Answer 4

40%

Question 5

Why has the European coal industry largely declined recently?

Answer 5

Imports cheaper than domestic supply
Foreign efficiencies

Question 6

Who are the 3 most vital coal producers?

Answer 6

China
US
Russia

Question 7

Which nations are emerging as primary coal producers?

Answer 7

Aus
Indonesia
South Africa