US coal news
America’s Power supports EPA’s proposed CCR and ELG regulations
EPA’s proposals appear to include enough flexibility to avoid many adverse repercussions on the electric power sector, including the forced closure or idling of coal-fired power plants that are necessary for reliable and affordable electricity.
Duke Energy's appeal of state decision to mandate coal ash basin excavation moves forward
Duke Energy's appeal of state decision to mandate coal ash basin excavation moves forward
NETL’s coal-derived additive enables stronger and more durable cement at reduced cost
NETL researchers have developed a low cost, coal-derived cement additive that could lead to the construction of stronger and more durable roads and buildings.
EPA’s NSR reform legislation key to improving energy efficiency and grid reliability
“This legislation will help ensure that NSR will no longer stand in the way of upgrades that will improve environmental performance at coal-fuelled power plants,” says National Mining Association.
Navajo Transitional Energy Company becomes third largest US coal producer
The corporate transaction between Navajo Transitional Energy Company LLC (NTEC) and Cloud Peak Energy Company Inc (Cloud Peak) has been closed.
AXIS Capital announces new policy on fossil fuels
According to the new policy, AXIS will not provide insurance or facultative reinsurance for new thermal coal or tar sands extraction and pipeline projects and their dedicated infrastructure.
US DOE and NETL invest in projects to advance coal power generation
Research and development resulting from the Coal FIRST initiative will underpin coal-fired power plants that are capable of flexible operations to meet the needs of the evolving grid.
EPA removes Buckeye Reclamation Landfill site from Superfund National Priorities List
EPA proposed the deletion on 31 July 2019, and held a 30 day comment period.
NETL director delivers keynote talk at Lignite Energy Council event
The keynote focused on state-of-the-art energy R&D, and scientific and technological initiatives related to fossil energy that bring together multidisciplinary teams to meet some of the nation’s most important energy challenges.
Murray Energy enters into forbearance agreements with lenders
The forbearance agreements are expected to allow Murray Energy to continue discussions with its lenders about various strategic options to strengthen the company’s business.