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Report says coal remains critical as U.S. electricity demand grows
WV News
A National Coal Council report says preserving the existing coal fleet and expanding export capacity will be important as U.S. electricity demand rises. The analysis emphasizes reliability, fuel security and the growing load associated with data centers and advanced manufacturing.

Nucor says West Virginia steel mill remains on track for 2027 production
WV News
Construction and commissioning of Nucor’s new Mason County steel mill remain on schedule for production in 2027. The large industrial project is a closely watched source of new power demand and economic activity in West Virginia.

Coal-industry veterans appointed to Kentucky energy-planning panel
Kentucky Lantern
Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman appointed two executives with coal-industry ties to a state commission taking on a larger role in energy planning. The appointments bring mining and coal-transportation experience to the panel’s policy work.

California’s first carbon-storage project exposes unresolved liability questions
News From The States
California’s first permitted carbon-storage site is moving ahead while the state remains behind schedule on rules governing long-term responsibility for stored carbon dioxide. The dispute illustrates regulatory questions that could affect wider deployment of carbon capture and storage.

China’s coal buildout supports dry-bulk shipping outlook
Splash247
China’s continued coal development is providing support for dry-bulk shipping demand. The outlook also points to coal-to-gas investment as an energy-security strategy, although much of the additional feedstock is expected to come from domestic mines.

Coal earnings cushion Anglo American as diamond business weakens
Daily Maverick
Anglo American’s coal exposure has provided earnings support as the company struggles with weakness at De Beers. The comparison highlights coal’s continuing contribution to diversified mining-company results despite portfolio changes across the sector.