Lawmakers propose assistance for laid-off miners
Two US congressmen – one Republican and one Democrat – have proposed legislation to help unemployed coal miners back to work.
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Two US congressmen – one Republican and one Democrat – have proposed legislation to help unemployed coal miners back to work.
LED technology has the potential to revolutionise mine lighting solutions, reducing maintenance costs and providing advanced lighting control to help maximise productivity.
The International Energy Agency hails the launch of Canada’s Boundary Dam coal-fired power plant, which is equipped with carbon capture and storage technology.
Japanese firm Marubeni will sell its 40% stake in Canada’s Grande Cache Coal.
Drying lignite before combustion in the boiler is an effective way to increase thermal efficiency of lignite-fired power plants.
The Chief Scientist & Engineer has released the final report from her 19-month independent review of coalbed methane activities in New South Wales.
Barry Baxter reports on growth and a bigger US appetite for Colombian coal.
Transhipment can be the only way to avoid some of the problems associated with developing port infrastructure.
Coal exporting countries will have to deal with cooling demand for coal in China as the government looks to clean up its act.
HMS Bergbau reports increased earnings in H1 2014 as company consolidates its position in the coal industry.
Advanced material for conveyor belts could increase performance and reduce cost.
A new FOIA request from the Institute for Trade, Standards and Sustainable Development (ITSSD) challenges the legality of the scientific basis for the EPA’s greenhouse gas endangerment finding.