BG Mines believes that coal is a key contributor to affordable, reliable energy and fossil fuels will continue to play a significant role in the global energy mix. The company also recognizes that these fuels contribute to greenhouse gas emissions, and concern regarding these emissions has become part of the global political, societal and regulatory landscape in which we operate.
Our approach to using coal resources is grounded in the need to achieve the three-part goals of energy security, economic progress and environmental solutions through the application of advanced technologies such beneficiation and/agglomeration of fine coal materials.
The world needs to embrace a true “all of the above” energy strategy that recognizes the benefits and limitations for each fuel. Coal’s advantages include a track record of reliability and scalability, affordability and security of supply.
Regarding emissions progress for coal, this begins with deployment of high-efficiency, low-emissions power stations using technology that is available today. Longer-term investments in next generation carbon capture, use and storage (CCUS) technologies are necessary to transition to the ultimate goal of near-zero emissions from coal-fueled power.
BG Mines will continue to reduce its carbon footprint and promote the development and deployment of low-carbon technologies by:
- Conserving energy and reducing greenhouse gas intensity at our operations whenever possible through energy efficiency and other best practices;
- Funding research and development into areas such as agglomeration of fine materials into saleable products in order to reduce environmental challenges, -
- Playing a leadership role in the development of public policies related to energy and the environment;
- Engaging with governments, academia, communities and other stakeholders to support constructive and informed dialogue;
- Building awareness and support to eliminate energy poverty increase access to low-cost electricity and improve emissions through advanced clean coal technologies.