Coal mine · Germany

Welzow-Süd Coal Mine

Welzow-Süd Coal Mine is a surface coal mine in Brandenburg, Germany. The mine is currently in operation (start year 1959).

OperatingStatus
1959Start year
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Overview

It has reported output of 13.5 Mt in 2023.

Coal type: Thermal.

Ownership: Lausitz Energie Bergbau AG (parent company: Energetický a průmyslový holding AS; PPF Investments Ltd; EP Investment S.à r.l.; Tiliacordata Ltd).

Why it matters

  • The 3rd-largest surface coal mine in Germany by capacity (of 9 operating coal mine facilities tracked).
  • Coal mines supply thermal coal to power plants or metallurgical coal to steelmaking; mine output and closures are tightly linked to the coal power fleet.

Location

Location is approximate. Imagery © Esri, Maxar, Earthstar Geographics

Frequently asked questions

Who owns Welzow-Süd Coal Mine?

Lausitz Energie Bergbau AG — parent company: Energetický a průmyslový holding AS; PPF Investments Ltd; EP Investment S.à r.l.; Tiliacordata Ltd.

Where is Welzow-Süd Coal Mine located?

It is located in Brandenburg, Germany. Approximate coordinates: 51.5994, 14.2789.

When did Welzow-Süd Coal Mine start operating?

Start year: 1959. Current status: Operating.

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