US coal news
NETL working to improve combustion turbines
The National Energy Technology Laboratory, part of the US Department of Energy, is collaborating with industry and university partners to enhance combustion turbine technology.
NMA poll finds majority of Americans think coal power plants should be supported by government
The poll also found that 73% of Americans still believe in an all-of-the-above energy strategy, that includes, coal, natural gas, nuclear power and renewables.
EPA recognises Fairmont Coke Works Site cleanup
The US Environmental Protection Agency has awarded ExxonMobil and Enso Properties with a site reuse award for the redevelopment of the Sharon Steel/Fairmont Coke Works Superfund Site.
Murray Energy announces refinancing transactions
The transactions are intended to bolster the company’s balance sheet and extend upcoming debt maturities.
Charah Solutions announces launch of initial public offering
Shares of its common stock are anticipated to be offered at an initial price of between US$16-18 per share.
Capito supports Trump Administration’s decision to save struggling coal plants
US Senator Shelley Moore Capito has issued a statement on the Trump Administration’s intent to preserve coal-fired and nuclear power plants.
Trump takes steps to stop coal plant closures; ACCCE supportive
ACCCE “looks forward to working with the Administration and other policymakers to ensure that the grid is not threatened by the loss of even more fuel-secure resources.”
Trump to save struggling US coal-fired power plants?
The Trump Administration has proposed to mandate the purchasing of coal from struggling coal-fired power plants, citing national security reasons.
RFI extended for input on future small-scale, modular coal plants
The Office of Fossil Energy has announced an extension for the RFI on small-scale, modular coal-fired power plants of the future.
CP rail workers end strike; agreement reached
Canadian Pacific rail workers have ended their strike, following the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers’ tentative three year agreement.