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The main uses for coal are Fuels, Plastics and Electricity.
The major use of black coal is for generating electricity in power stations, where it is pulverised and burnt to heat steam-generating boilers. Coal used for this process is called steaming coal. In 2008 77% of the electricity generated in Australia was produced by coal fired power stations (includes black and brown coals). Some types of black coal are suitable for coke-making.