79. Coal Explained | Thermal & Metallurgical Coal | Anthony Knutson

I had the opportunity to interview Anthony Knutson, Global Head of Thermal Coal Markets at Wood Mackenzie, based in Washington, with more than 25 years of experience in the coal and energy sector.

In this episode, Anthony walks us through the complex world of coal. Whether you're in shipping, commodities, energy, mining or just curious about how coal powers industries and economies, This interview is a real masterclass, providing the most important information for a clear overview of coal as a commodity.

🎙️ What you'll learn:

1️⃣ Types of Coal: Thermal vs. Metallurgical

2️⃣ Coal Mining: Underground vs. Surface Methods

3️⃣ Top Coal Producers, Exporters, and Importers

4️⃣ Coal Quality: Ash Content, Sulphur, and Calorific Value

5️⃣ Coal Overview by Country -Australia-Indonesia -China-India-Russia-South Africa-Colombia-USA -Canada

6️⃣ Coal Shipping: Vessel Types and Trade Routes

7️⃣ Challenges of Transporting Coal

8️⃣ The Future of CoalA big thank you to Anthony for sharing his expertise on the global coal sector.

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