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Sixth Circuit says Cargill must await final mine-safety ruling before appeal
VitalLaw
The Sixth Circuit has ruled that Cargill must wait for a final administrative decision before appealing a federal mine-safety violation. Proceedings remain underway over the seriousness of the alleged violation and the resulting penalty.

Two large data centers proposed for Utah coal country
The Salt Lake Tribune
Two major data-center projects are planned for Utah’s Carbon County, with developers considering nuclear and natural-gas power. Local officials see new investment for coal country, while residents are asking questions about energy supply, infrastructure and community effects.

University of Wyoming researchers will test coal char for mine-land reclamation
Sheridan Media
University of Wyoming researchers are beginning a study using coal char as a soil amendment on reclaimed mine land. The project will measure whether the material improves soil health and vegetation establishment in surface-mining environments.

Bell County plans to turn reclaimed Kentucky mine land into an economic engine
WATE
Bell County leaders are advancing plans to redevelop reclaimed coal-mine property for new economic activity. The effort highlights the infrastructure and large development sites that can remain after mining and reclamation are complete.

India expects coal to remain its power mainstay through 2035–36
Reuters
India expects coal to provide roughly half of its electricity through 2035–36 as rapidly growing demand keeps thermal generation central to the power system. The outlook signals continued reliance on coal even as renewable capacity expands.

McKinsey says Asia is broadening energy-security options after Hormuz disruption
Asian Power
McKinsey says Asian economies are reassessing energy-security strategies as the Hormuz disruption exposes shrinking global supply buffers. China and India are among the countries adding coal-to-liquids capacity while governments review fuel diversity and power-sector plans.