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Core Natural Resources targets two million tons of West Virginia production by 2027
TradingView
Core Natural Resources is ramping up significant metallurgical-coal reserves in West Virginia and is targeting annual production of two million tons by 2027. The company says the plan is supported by its cost position, existing reserves and the regulatory environment.

MSHA issues seasonal alert on roof and ground falls
Safety+Health Magazine
The Mine Safety and Health Administration is reminding operators to review and update roof- and ground-control plans as seasonal conditions change. The alert emphasizes workplace examinations, hazard identification and controls intended to prevent fall-related injuries.

Indiana coal-plant retirements delayed again as utilities seek cost recovery
WFYI
Utilities are again delaying planned coal-plant retirements in Indiana while seeking approval to recover continued operating costs. The debate involves the F.B. Culley and Schahfer stations, grid reliability and the financial effects on customers.

Keeping TVA coal plants online could require $1.37 billion in investment
Knoxville News Sentinel
Keeping Tennessee Valley Authority coal-fired plants operating could require an estimated $1.37 billion in additional investment. The analysis follows decisions affecting TVA’s generation plans and examines the cost of extending plant service lives.

American EcoFuels adds engineering executive as coal-to-liquids aviation work advances
Markets Insider
American EcoFuels has appointed veteran engineering executive Jeff Saxinger as chief technology officer. The company says the hire will support its coal-to-liquids development program as it prepares aviation fuel for testing and qualification.

BME expands practical operator training aimed at improving mine safety
International Mining
Mining-services company BME is expanding practical operator training designed to complement safety technology in the field. The program emphasizes applied skills, consistent procedures and human performance as central parts of safer mine operations.

Analysis examines coal’s role in China’s manufacturing-led energy expansion
KHQ
A new analysis examines the coal-fired electricity behind China’s rapid expansion in solar-panel manufacturing and other energy technologies. It also considers planned coal-to-gas development and the country’s continuing reliance on coal across industrial supply chains.