EPA Proposes to Approve Virginia’s Coal Combustion Residuals Permit Program
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed the approval of the Commonwealth of Virginia’s coal combustion residuals (CCR) permit program application. If approved, the action would allow the Commonwealth rather than the federal government to permit CCR disposal in surface impoundments and landfills. This proposal is part of EPA’s broader effort to ensure that the CCR program reflects the agency’s commitment to restoring energy dominance, strengthening cooperative federalism, and protecting human health and the environment.
“Virginians know their state best. By putting decisions in the hands of the people closest to the land, we’re delivering stronger environmental protection and stronger economic growth at the same time,” said EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin. “Today’s proposal reflects the Trump EPA's commitment to cooperative federalism and permitting reform, core pillars of our Powering the Great American Comeback Initiative.”
“If finalized, as proposed, Virginia’s CCR permit program will provide transparent, locally administered oversight rooted in federal standards,” said EPA Region 3 Administrator Amy Van-Blarcom Lackey. “By working with our regulatory and permitting partners, together we can ensure that we are delivering clean air, land, and water for all Americans.”
After reviewing Virginia Department of Environmental Quality’s CCR permit program application, EPA is proposing that the program meets all the standards for approval. If finalized, Virginia will mark the fifth CCR permit program to be approved under the Trump EPA. Under Administrator Zeldin’s leadership, EPA is committed to cooperative federalism, and the agency will work with Virginia to finalize their approval and as they establish and manage their CCR permit program.
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Core Natural Resources Adds Two Directors to Board
Core Natural Resources Inc. (NYSE:CNR) has announced that Edward L. Doheny II and Ronald C. Keating were elected to its board of directors at the company’s Annual Meeting of Stockholders held today.
Keating serves as president and chief executive officer of Excelitas Technologies Corp., a provider of industrial technologies and precision instrumentation. He previously led Evoqua Water Technologies and Contech Engineered Solutions Inc. Earlier in his career, Keating held senior executive positions at Kennametal Inc. and management roles at Ingersoll-Rand Inc. He currently serves on the board of Hayward Holdings Inc. and previously served as a director of Enpro Inc., Evoqua Water Technologies Corp., and US Ecology Inc. Keating holds an M.B.A. from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management and a B.S. in Industrial Distribution from Texas A&M University.
Doheny currently serves as a senior advisor at Boston Consulting Group. He previously served as president and CEO of Sealed Air, a packaging company, and as president and CEO of Joy Global, a mining equipment manufacturer, until its acquisition by Komatsu America Corp. in 2017. He spent 21 years at Ingersoll-Rand Corporation in leadership positions across the U.S., Europe, and Asia Pacific. He previously served as a director of John Bean Technologies, Joy Global, Sealed Air, and Eastman Chemical Company. Doheny holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Cornell University and an M.S.M. in Business from Purdue University.
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Blue Creek Ramp Up Puts Warrior Met Coal Production Story In Focus
Warrior Met Coal (NYSE:HCC) has completed construction of its Blue Creek mine ahead of schedule.
The company is ramping up production at Blue Creek, contributing to record quarterly metallurgical coal output.
The new mine is positioned as a low cost source of high quality metallurgical coal for global steelmakers.
Management highlights what it views as stronger positioning in the global metallurgical coal market, supported by demand from Asia and tight supply chains.
Warrior Met Coal focuses on metallurgical coal used in steel production, so the timing of Blue Creek’s ramp up aligns directly with that end market. With supply chains still tight and buyers in Asia looking for reliable volumes, additional output from a low cost mine can matter for contract discussions and customer relationships. For investors, it may increase attention on how much of Blue Creek’s capacity converts into sustained sales.
Looking ahead, key areas to monitor include how efficiently Blue Creek operates at higher run rates and how pricing for metallurgical coal develops across key regions. You may want to watch management commentary on unit costs, contract mix and shipment volumes as the mine moves from ramp up to more routine production.
NYSE:HCC Earnings & Revenue Growth as at May 2026
The early completion and ramp up of Blue Creek shifts Warrior Met Coal from a capital-heavy build phase into one where production and cash generation take center stage. Record quarterly volumes and revenue of US$458.59 million, alongside net income of US$72.34 million and earnings of US$1.37 per share, show how additional tons from a low cost mine can feed through to margins. The company also reported a move from a loss in the prior year period to profit, which gives management more flexibility to fund operations, service any obligations, and maintain its regular US$0.08 quarterly dividend.
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Coal Still Generates More Electricity Than Any Other Source
Key Takeaways
Fossil fuels still generate 57% of global electricity, despite rapid renewable growth.
Coal alone produces about 33% of global power, making it the largest source.
Solar and wind are now nearly tied, each contributing about 8–9% of global generation.
Coal remains the world’s largest source of electricity, producing roughly one-third of global power in 2025. Despite rapid growth in solar and wind, fossil fuels continue to anchor the global energy system.
This visualization breaks down how 31,779 terawatt-hours of electricity were generated worldwide, highlighting the balance between legacy energy systems and fast-growing clean technologies. Data comes from Ember.
Fossil Fuels Still Lead the Mix
Fossil fuels remain the backbone of global electricity, generating 57% of total output in 2025. Coal alone accounts for nearly one-third of all power produced worldwide, making it the single largest source by a wide margin—larger than any individual clean energy category.
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THINK ABOUT THIS:
Attention to Safety
A Safety Reminder Episode from CORESafety TV
Welcome to the new "Attention to Safety" episode of Think About This, created for you by CORESafety TV and the National Mining Association (NMA).
Accidents don't just happen.
They usually occur when we ignore safety rules or don't have enough information about hazards. Sometimes accidents happen because we don't have the right training about what to do on the job.
Whatever the reason, there's a lot you can do to prevent accidents from happening to YOU.
A good way to start is by memorizing this word - SLAM.
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