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Yesterday EPA Administrator McCarthy signed and submitted for publication the proposed rule to lower the primary and secondary NAASQ for ozone.

EPA is proposing to strengthen air quality standards to within a range of 65 to 70 parts per billion (ppb) to better protect Americans’ health and the environment, while taking comment on a level as low as 60 ppb.

National Association of Manufacturers President and CEO Jay Timmons has issued a statement in response to the Environmental Protection Agency’s announcement of an expanded ozone standard.

Today, Congressman David McKinley responded to the Environmental Protection Agency’s proposed changes to the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for ground-level ozone, which would have devastating consequences to America’s economy.

The EPA’s continued assault on coal and coal-fired power plants comes with a huge cost to consumers.

U.S. Secretary of Labor Thomas E. Perez and Assistant Secretary of Labor for Mine Safety and Health Joseph A. Main will visit Cumberland Coal Resources LP’s Cumberland Mine in Waynesburg, Pennsylvania, on Monday, Dec. 1.

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Mine Safety and Health Administration today announced that federal inspectors issued 127 citations and six orders during special impact inspections conducted at 12 coal mines in October.

In a statement, NMA President and CEO Hal Quinn welcomes today’s decision by the Supreme Court to hear the association’s appeal for a review of the EPA failure to adequately weigh the costs of its 2012 MATS.

The new Cat® 994K Wheel Loader is Caterpillar’s largest wheel loader and handles significantly greater payload compared to its predecessor, the 994H.

Alliance Resource Partners, L.P. and Alliance Holdings GP, L.P. has announced that Brian L. Cantrell, Senior Vice President and CFO, will make a presentation at the Wells-Fargo Securities Research, Economics & Strategy 2014 Energy Symposium.

Energy technology investor David Schwedel today announced the formation of Gables Energy Partners, LLC, and the merger with Coalview, Ltd. on a share for share basis with shareholders.

Peabody Energy today announced an agreement to establish a joint venture between Peabody's Wambo Open-Cut Mine and Glencore's United Mine in New South Wales, Australia.

Swanson Industries has announced that it has named Don Bowers to serve as the new director of sales for Swanson Mining North America and Alan Wicker as director of Swanson Repair Center Operations.

Komatsu America Corp. announces the D155AX-8 crawler dozer with an operating weight of 89,300 pounds.

The Coal News and Markets Report has been updated for the business week ending November 21, 2014.

Ergodyne has announced the addition of Eastern Regional Sales Manager, Donovan Baker.

On Monday, November 10, 2014, at approximately 9:35 p.m., a 49-year-old section foreman with 27 years of mining experience was killed when he was struck by a large rock that measured 5 feet by 3 feet by 13 inches thick.

In the most recent edition of NMA Newsmakers, Joy Global President and CEO Ted Doheny discusses the high-tech mining machinery Joy Global produces and the valuable role it plays in procuring the minerals and metals needed to meet manufacturing needs.

The Society joins other industry groups to call for withdraw of proposal.

Funds will improve the lives of children, families and seniors in communities across the United States.

NMA’s Quinn urges EPA to listen to wide range of experts warning of cost hikes and heightened risk to grid reliability

AEP Southwestern Electric Power Company (SWEPCO) is prepared for winter storms across its service territory.

This week the House took action to require the EPA to be more transparent and balanced in the science used to formulate regulations.

BJM's SK Series Electric Submersible Pumps with Shredder Action gets antiquated system back on line after Hurricane Sandy and keeps busy tourist attraction up and running.

David A. Zegeer, PE, a longtime coal industry leader and advocate, explains his unique vantage point in a recently released book entitled, “INSIDE MSHA: The Formative Years of the Mine Safety and Health Administration.”

Peabody Energy today commended the G20 leaders' communique for its focus on global economic growth, poverty eradication in low-income and developing countries, and increased international collaboration on energy policy.

Governor Terry McAuliffe released a statement today following the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality’s submission of comments in response to the Environmental Protection Agency’s Clean Power Plan.

Alpha Natural Resources, Inc.'s Running Right Leadership Academy (RRLA) has been named the Best in Class among internal training organizations and corporate universities by the Corporate Learning Network.

The Cat® 6020B Hydraulic Mining Shovel is a brand new model in the extensive line of Cat hydraulic mining shovels.

Comments were submitted last week by the NMA and WAC on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Corps proposed rule, “Definition of ‘Waters of the United States’ Under the Clean Water Act.”

The world’s first intelligent Machine Control excavator.

The Coal News and Markets Report has been updated for the business week ending November 14, 2014.

In the secondary markets for California carbon allowances, prices for 2014 delivery moved higher according to broker data as of November 12.

United States Attorney Booth Goodwin announced that a federal grand jury today returned an indictment charging Donald L. Blankenship, former Chief Executive Officer of Massey Energy Company, with four criminal offenses.

After months of speculation, the former CEO of Massey Energy, Don Blankenship, has been indicted.

The Accident & Investigation SOP outlines responsibilities for ensuring all individuals working or traveling on mining properties have an effective means of communication with their appropriate point of contact or with other parties or equipment.

Bosch Rexroth’s new overview pages make it easier for users to browse, locate and read case studies and technical articles online.

The Weekly Coal Production Report has been updated for the week ended November 08, 2014.

Peabody Energy today applauded the announcement of China and the United States in recognizing the vital role coal plays in the global energy structure.

U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) today issued a statement on the climate agreement reached between President Obama and Chinese President Xi Jinping.

Hal Quinn, president & CEO of the National Mining Association (NMA), issued a statement on President Obama’s announcement of a new bilateral climate agreement with China.

President Obama has announced “an historic agreement” with China to cut CO2 emissions in the coming 15 years.

During the presidential trip to China for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum, U.S. President Barack Obama and Chinese President Xi Jinping made major climate change announcements.

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell issued a statement today regarding the President’s unrealistic new emissions reduction targets.

Peabody Energy President and Chief Operating Officer Glenn Kellow appealed to world leaders to recognize the world's tremendous need for energy.

Rep. David B. McKinley (R-WV) has issued a statement regarding President Obama’s announcement of an agreement with China to address climate change by reducing carbon emissions.

Exposibram is a bi-annual event held in the heart of the state of Minas Gerais, known for its highest mines concentration in the country.

American Electric Power increased its operating earnings guidance (earnings excluding special items) for 2015 and reaffirmed its 2016 operating earnings guidance range.

Peabody Energy Chairman and CEO Greg Boyce today offered a five-point policy plan to address the immediate needs of the energy impoverished and longer term energy needs from global growth.

Kidde Fire Systems announced Friday the unification of Fenwal Protection Systems and Chemetron Fire Systems into one brand, the newly expanded Kidde Fire Systems.

For the eighth consecutive year, American Electric Power has been named one of the most adoption-friendly workplaces by the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption.

Marketing Manager from Terex Washing Systems, Elaine Donaghy (TWS) picked up the prestigious “Marketer of the Year” 2014 award at the Chartered Institute of Marketing’s Ireland Marketing Excellence Awards.

The full technical program is now available for the 2015 SME Annual Conference & Expo and CMA 117th National Western Mining Conference and Exposition.

Caterpillar's Chairman & CEO is joining APEC leaders, business decision-makers and academics to discuss opportunities to strengthen regional economic integration and the global multilateral trade system during the 2014 APEC CEO Summit in Beijing.

Fatality #7 - June 4, 2014 Machinery - Surface - Wyoming Peabody Powder River Mining LLC - North Antelope Rochelle Mine

The Arch Coal Foundation announced the recipients of its teaching grants program in Delta County, awarding $10,000 in grants to 25 deserving teachers.

KVMI is devoted to the education of our youth and is proud to sponsor these programs.

Twelve mines in Northern Appalachia cranked out more than 1 million tons of coal each in the third quarter.

Clean Coal Technologies are on the front lines of the battle to decrease greenhouse gas emissions from existing power plants.

Vital Alert Communication Inc. announced today that the U.S. Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) has issued federal approval for the Canary® Through-the-Earth Communication (TTE) system for use in underground coal mines.

Joy Global Inc. announced today that it has received a subpoena seeking information concerning the Company's acquisition of International Mining Machinery Holdings Ltd. in 2012 and related accounting matters.

On November 7, 2014, MSHA will publish a notice in the Federal Register announcing two public hearings on the proposed rule on Criteria and Procedures for Assessment of Civil Penalties (30 CFR Part 100).

Production from the largest active Powder River Basin coal mines totaled 106.88 million tons in the third quarter, down from the year-ago quarter on rail issues and production cuts at lower-Btu mines.

Frac sand is a fast growing industry and Terex Washing Systems has announced details of its attendance at the forthcoming Frac Sand Insider show taking place in Pittsburgh, PA, USA, from 17-18th November 2014.

In West Virginia, House Republicans were projected to close the night with a 64-36 edge which clearly places the Republican Party with a majority of members in the State House of Delegates for the first time since the 1930s.

Volvo Penta today announced the opening of the new Volvo Group Central Parts Distribution Center in Byhalia, Mississippi, in a move to optimize delivery performance and efficiency for dealers and OEM customers in North America.

Caterpillar Inc. today announced that it is making the first in a series of authorized modification processes available for used Cat® Tier 4 Interim products that require modification for operation outside of Highly Regulated Countries.

This one page document explains Virginia Department of Mines, Minerals, and Energy Division of Mined Land Reclamation’s (DMLR) additional changes to biological monitoring requirements for coal surface mining and reclamation permits.

The Coal News and Markets Report has been updated for the business week ending October 31, 2014.

The Steptoe & Johnson PLLC mining, oil and gas, and real estate law practices have been top ranked nationally in the 2015 edition of U.S. News & World Report “Best Law Firms.”

Terex Washing Systems are delighted to be shortlisted for the second year running as finalists in the prestigious Chartered Institute of Marketing Excellence Awards.