ClimateAugust 10, 2026

coking

KOH-king

Definition

Refers to the process of producing coke, a high-carbon fuel derived from coal used as a reducing agent in blast furnaces.

Etymology

Derived from the noun 'coke,' which first appeared in the early 17th century, likely as a variation of 'cook' to describe coal that has been 'cooked' or roasted to remove impurities.

In the news

The article mentions the potential closure of 'coke and gas plants' in the Netherlands unit as an operational challenge, referring to the industrial facility where coal is processed into coking fuel.

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