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West Virginia PSC plans hearing on rules implementing state data-center law
WVOW Radio
The Public Service Commission of West Virginia plans a hearing on proposed rules implementing the state’s recent data-center law. The proceeding comes as electricity demand grows and industry representatives say coal-fired generation will continue to play a role in meeting new load.

Exxon raises 2050 emissions outlook and projects a slower decline for coal
Reuters
Exxon Mobil has raised its forecast for global emissions in 2050 and now expects coal use to decline more slowly than it previously projected. Its updated outlook estimates coal will account for 15% of the world’s energy mix at mid-century.

Report warns delayed coal-plant retirements are creating major equipment needs
Cincinnati Enquirer
A new industry report argues that delayed coal-plant retirements are creating a multibillion-dollar requirement for replacement mining equipment. It says many operators are running production-critical machinery beyond its original design life as plants remain online longer.

Hexagon launches analytics platform designed to turn mine-safety data into action
Global Mining Review
Hexagon has launched CAS Insights, an analytics platform intended to help mine operators identify vehicle-interaction and overspeed patterns across their fleets. The company says the system can turn collision-avoidance data into targeted operational and safety improvements.

Analysis highlights continued coal expansion across major Asian economies
Institute for Energy Research
A new market analysis reviews coal production, consumption and conversion capacity across China, India and other Asian economies. It argues that continued industrial growth and high utilization of coal-based facilities are sustaining regional demand.

Indonesian acquisition sets stage for a new global coal heavyweight
Bloomberg
Indonesian businessman Andi Syamsuddin Arsyad has agreed to acquire a major stake in PT Bayan Resources. The transaction is expected to make him one of the largest participants in Indonesia’s coal sector and reshape ownership in a major exporting market.