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WV Coal Association Submits Comments Urging Coal Remain Central to State Energy Plan

The West Virginia Coal Association (WVCA) submitted formal comments to the West Virginia Office of Energy this week, urging that coal remain a foundational element of the state’s Comprehensive Energy Plan.

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ARI USA Highlights ZETRIX® High-Performance Process Valve for Demanding Industrial Applications

Engineered for durability, safety, and zero-leakage performance, ZETRIX® is the ideal solution for demanding service conditions involving temperature extremes, pressure swings, and severe mechanical stress.

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West Virginia Coal Association Submits Formal Comments on State’s Comprehensive Energy Plan

The West Virginia Coal Association (WVCA) has announced it has submitted formal comments to the West Virginia Office of Energy in response to the state’s request for input on the development of a Comprehensive Energy Plan for West Virginia.

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Targeting Russian Coal Exports Could Help Bring Putin to Negotiating Table

For those growing a bit dissatisfied with the seeming lack of progress in efforts to end the war in Ukraine with Russia, here’s an idea to consider.

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WVCA Comments for State Energy Plan; Legislature Convenes January 14; WVCA 2026 Legislative Priorities; WVCA Legislative Reception Request and Schedule

Last week we disseminated the WVCA’s 2025 Legislative Priorities.

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IEA: Global Demand for Coal Reached a Record High in 2025

Global coal demand will reach a record high of 8.85 billion tons (+0.5% y/y) in 2025. However, it is expected to decline by 2030. This is stated in the December report of the International Energy Agency.

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US Beware: What Closing Coal is Doing to Europe

The United States has cavalierly closed over 300 coal plants in the last decade with nary a thought as to the implications for reliability and affordability.

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History of Longwall Coal Mining Mechanization

What prompted me to write this type of book is based on my involvement with Longwall Coal Mining starting in 1966 as a 15 year old kid working in a mine over 2000 feet deep in the Valleys of Wales.

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