Inner Mongolia has launched construction on 13 new coal mines so far this year, adding 110.3 million tonnes of annual production capacity, as the region accelerates energy security efforts and streamlines project approvals.
Source: Inner Mongolia Daily
Inner Mongolia has launched construction on 13 new coal mines so far this year, adding 110.3 million tonnes of annual production capacity, as the region accelerates energy security efforts and streamlines project approvals.
The regional government has prioritized fast-tracking administrative procedures to speed up the rollout of coal projects. Among the most notable developments are the Xinjie No. 1 and No. 2 mines, which set a new regional record by completing all pre-construction approvals—including mining permits, environmental reviews, land use, and water conservation assessments—in just six months. Both projects are now advancing with shaft excavation and auxiliary infrastructure works. Another project, the Kongduigou coal mine, received its mining license on April 10 and is now finalizing land use approvals. Construction is scheduled to begin in October.
At the same time, Inner Mongolia is laying the groundwork for long-term coal capacity planning. The National Energy Administration has approved 13 coal reserve projects submitted by the regional energy authority, with a combined capacity of 23.6 million tonnes per year. Of these, eight projects (totaling 16.4 million tonnes) have already secured full approval, while five others are awaiting final clearance.
A regional official noted that these are the first coal reserve projects approved under China’s new capacity reserve framework, aimed at bolstering emergency supply and improving flexibility in coal production. The move reflects a broader push to ensure a stable transition as China balances energy security with its long-term decarbonization goals.
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