CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- Federal prosecutors investigating the West Virginia coal mine explosion that killed 29 men are working their way up the corporate ladder with criminal charges. … [Read more...]
Coal mining company official charged as investigation into deadly mine explosion continues
February 22, 2012 By
Coal mining company official charged as investigation into deadly mine explosion continues
February 22, 2012 By
CHARLESTON, W.Va. -- Federal prosecutors investigating the West Virginia coal mine explosion that killed 29 men are working their way up the corporate ladder with criminal charges. … [Read more...]
THE FUTURE OF COAL
February 22, 2012 By
The presence of coal mining throughout southern Illinois is rich with history and gaining momentum in the present. And if the Coal Mining Technology program at Rend Lake College is any indication, the future of the industry in the area is well underway. … [Read more...]
Q & A: Can a Lump of Coal Help Keep Lettuce Fresh?
February 20, 2012 By
Experts are skeptical that lettuce could be kept fresh by putting it in a sealed container with a lump of coal. … [Read more...]
Hand of mining mafia suspected in journalist's murder
February 19, 2012 By
Chandrika Rai had been writing consistently against the illegal coal mining in the region … [Read more...]
Small Coal Mining Town Home To Potential World Boxing Champion
February 17, 2012 By
In the basement of an old abandoned church, in a tiny old coal mining town in southwest Pennsylvania trains what could be the next champion of the world. … [Read more...]
Gunvor trade volumes near record high in 2011
February 17, 2012 By
* Turnover slightly below 116 mln tonnes * Acquires coal mining assets in 2011 LONDON, Feb 17 (Reuters) - Swiss-based trader Gunvormaintained its trading volumes in 2011 near record high, a draftdocument ... … [Read more...]
Rick Santorum, Ann Romney Tout Coal Mining Grandfathers and Rust Belt Roots in Michigan
February 17, 2012 By
NOVI, Michigan—Mitt Romney and Rick Santorum are not known to agree, at least not recently, as they are waging an all out battle to win the Michigan primary, but this evening it was Santorum and Ann Romney who both spoke of a common family trait:... … [Read more...]
Coal mining career informational program offered
February 16, 2012 By
PINCKNEYVILLE - First United Methodist Church in Pinckneyville will offer an informational session for those interested in a coal mining career from 1 to 3 p.m. and from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday at 315 West South St. … [Read more...]
China coal mine accident kills 15, injures 3
February 16, 2012 By
Accidents are common in China's vast coal mining sector where work safety is often neglected by bosses seeking a quick profit. -AFP … [Read more...]
Report: Xstrata Mulls Entry of New Partner on $6-B Wandoan Coal Mining Project
February 15, 2012 By
Global mining giant Xstrata reportedly plans to offer part of its stakes on the Australian coal mining project in Wandoan, Queensland, which the Swiss company co-owns with Japanese … [Read more...]
Critics sound alarm over pending release of Nova Scotia coal mining study
February 15, 2012 By
HALIFAX - Almost six years after Nova Scotia imposed a moratorium on 13 surface coal mining projects in Cape Breton, the province is about to release a report that could revive an industry that has attracted its share of public protest. … [Read more...]
Critics sound alarm over pending release of Nova Scotia coal mining study
February 15, 2012 By
HALIFAX - Almost six years after Nova Scotia imposed a moratorium on 13 surface coal mining projects in Cape Breton, the province is about to release a report that could revive an industry that has attracted its share of public protest. … [Read more...]
Indian PM in 'major step' to solve power crisis
February 15, 2012 By
India's prime minister ordered the country's state-run coal mining giant on Wednesday to guarantee 20 years of supplies to private power producers to help alleviate chronic energy shortages. … [Read more...]
Colorado: Coal mining expansion rejected for now
February 14, 2012 By
Regional Forest Service officials vacate earlier approval of coal mine expansion in roadless area By Summit Voice SUMMIT COUNTY — Regional U.S. Forest Service officials this week rejected a coal mining expansion that would have had significant impacts on roadless wildlife habitat in the Grand Mesa Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest near the West Elk [...] … [Read more...]
British firm to invest $610m in Thar coal
February 13, 2012 By
KARACHI: A UK mining and power generation company plans to invest up to $610 million in Thar coal-mining and power generation with a projection of starting coal production of around five million tons per annum by 2014 and initial power generation of 300MW. … [Read more...]
HAVE YOUR SAY: Coal protest in Bacchus Marsh
February 13, 2012 By
PROTESTERS who halted exploratory drilling in Bacchus Marsh are fighting against coal mining in the the town. … [Read more...]
CHICAGO NEWS COOPERATIVE: Closing of State Line Power Station, on Illinois-Indiana Border, Is Expected to Leave Problems Behind
February 12, 2012 By
The coal-fired State Line Power Station, on the Illinois-Indiana border, is closing in March. That is bad news for its employees and the local economy, and raises questions about pollution’s effects. … [Read more...]
Ancient tome from coal mining days sheds light on valley history
February 10, 2012 By
Leonard Morse has an interesting relic from the coal mining days. A ledger, handed down from his grandfather, follows the fortunes of the Morse Mine near Hanna and sheds light on the hardships faced by the miners who flocked to the valley. … [Read more...]
THE TEXAS TRIBUNE: In Texas Border Town, Drawing a Line on Coal for Mexico
February 10, 2012 By
Residents worry that a partnership of Mexican and American coal companies will cause problems for their town. … [Read more...]
CHICAGO NEWS COOPERATIVE: Exelon’s John W. Rowe: A Corporate Executive With Roots
February 3, 2012 By
The outgoing chairman of Commonwealth Edison’s parent company, Exelon Corp., is a throwback to the days of the straight-talking executive. … [Read more...]
Research and Markets: Bulgaria Coal Mining Market Overview and Forecast to 2020: Trends, Fiscal Regime, Major Projects …
January 18, 2012 By
Research and Markets has announced the addition of GlobalData's new report "Bulgaria Coal Mining Market Overv … [Read more...]
Coal mining companies drop on lower price outlook
January 17, 2012 By
Average coal prices will fall this year as more customers switch to cheaper natural gas, an analyst predicted, weighing on coal mining stocks Tuesday.Citi Investment Research analyst Brian Yu said he expects ... … [Read more...]
Coal mining companies drop on lower price outlook
January 17, 2012 By
Average coal prices will fall this year as more customers switch to cheaper natural gas, an analyst predicted, weighing on coal mining stocks Tuesday. … [Read more...]
Research and Markets: China Coal Mining Market Report – 2012 Lists 10 Major Importers for Coal Mining Products in China
January 16, 2012 By
DUBLIN--(BUSINESSWIRE)-- Research and Markets( http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/f701b7/china_coal_mining ) has announced the addition of the " China Coal Mining Market Report " report ... … [Read more...]
Research and Markets: China Coal Mining Market Report – 2012 Lists 10 Major Importers for Coal Mining Products in China
January 16, 2012 By
Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "China Coal Mining Market Report" report to their offeri … [Read more...]
Coal mining companies drop on pricing worries
January 13, 2012 By
Coal-mining stocks dropped sharply on Friday on Patriot Coal Corp.'s plans for a big production cut, and on persistently low prices for natural gas, which competes with coal for use by power plants. … [Read more...]
Op-Ed Contributor: For 29 Dead Miners, No Justice
December 10, 2011 By
Despite its questionable practices, Massey Energy will not be criminally prosecuted for a mine explosion that killed 29 workers in West Virginia. … [Read more...]
Mine Owner to Pay $209 Million in West Virginia Explosion
December 7, 2011 By
For the families of the miners killed in the accident, the settlement was justice denied. Many were hoping for criminal charges against the people who ran the company. … [Read more...]