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West Virginia lawmakers examine coal generation’s role in meeting PJM demand
West Virginia Legislature Blog
West Virginia lawmakers heard testimony about the state’s ability to supply coal-fired electricity to the PJM Interconnection as regional demand grows. The discussion focused on generation reliability, the future of existing plants and the state’s role in the regional power market.

Sen. Kaine reintroduces Robert C. Byrd mine-safety legislation
Inside Trade
Sen. Tim Kaine has reintroduced the Robert C. Byrd Mine Safety Protection Act of 2026. The proposal is intended to strengthen compliance with mine-safety and health laws and give miners more protection when raising safety concerns.

Wyoming’s largest coal mine secures new export route to Asia through Mexico
Cowboy State Daily
Wyoming’s largest coal mine has established a new route for reaching Asian customers through Mexico. State industry leaders describe the development as an important outlet for Powder River Basin supply amid continued overseas demand.

Pennsylvania Coal Alliance recognizes mine-safety and reclamation leaders
Indiana Gazette
Two Rosebud Mining operations are among the recipients of the Pennsylvania Coal Alliance’s 2026 mine-safety and reclamation awards. The annual program recognizes strong safety performance and responsible reclamation work across the state’s coal sector.

Ordos reinforces coal-supply discipline as Chinese prices rise
Mysteel
Ordos, China’s largest coal-producing city, has reaffirmed supply discipline as domestic prices climb. The move adds a fresh signal from one of the world’s most important coal-producing regions about near-term production and market management.

Korea Western Power completes first domestic coal-to-gas transition
The Korea News Plus
Korea Western Power says it has completed South Korea’s first conversion of a coal-fired generating unit to gas. The project offers a new case study in how utilities are restructuring thermal-generation fleets during the energy transition.