Coal Mining in South Africa to 2020

The 'Coal Mining in South Africa to 2020' report comprehensively covers the country’s historical and forecast data on coal production (by grade), reserves, consumption by type and trade by type to 2020. Coal is South Africa’s primary energy source, a major stimulus to its economic growth, and played a significant role in the country’s industrialization. It provides 88% of the country’s commercial energy needs and plays a vital role in meeting liquid-fuel requirements. According to Energy Information Administration (EIA), Bituminous coal production accounted for 99% of the nation’s total coal production in 2013, and 40% of the bituminous used in electricity generation.