Energy has been a main stay and driving force for the progress of human civilization, as well as an important basis for the development of the national economy.

A hard beginning before the founding of the People's Republic of China in 1949 created a great amount of pressure on the pioneers of New China. Under the leadership of the Communist Party of China, through generations of hard work, from small to large, from weak to strong, China's coal, petroleum, electric power and many other energy industries have undergone earth-shaking changes. Great achievements have been made and attracted worldwide attention.

From simple and backward coal mines to the construction of largescale modern smart coal mines, skilled professionals in the coal production industry have continuously overcome difficulties and achieved leapfrog development.