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September 10, 2025Open Access

Coal Mining: Techniques, Impacts, and Future Prospects

IYIndrajeet YadavIndian Institute of Technology BHU RCRam Chandra ChaurasiaIndian Institute of Technology Dhanbad

Key Points

Coal mining significantly impacts the energy supply, with ongoing reliance despite environmental concerns.
Environmental issues from coal extraction include health risks and ecological damage, highlighting urgent needs for change.
Emerging technologies aim to enhance the ecological sustainability of coal mining practices in response to climate challenges.
Shifting to green energy sources presents economic and operational challenges, indicating a complex transition for coal mining.

Abstract

Despite growing concerns about its effects on the environment and a global shift to greener energy sources, coal mining continues to play a significant role in the world's energy supply. This essay examines the many methods of coal mining, the health and environmental issues that arise from coal extraction, and the emerging technologies that aim to make mining more ecologically friendly. The economic significance of coal, the challenges of switching to alternative energy sources, and the potential future of coal mining in the context of international efforts to combat climate change are also covered.

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