Coal Exports

UMWA President: We Can Mine More Coal, But Who Will Buy It?

Domestically, coal has declined to 15% of electric power generation. There are few signs that utilities are about to reverse their long decommitment from coal.

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UMWA's Roberts: Trump Policies Could Harm Coal Miners, Exports

UMWA President Cecil Roberts said Trump’s proposed fees on international shipping and cuts to safety and health agencies threaten the competitiveness of coal and the health and safety of mine workers.

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Coal Industry Group: Trump's Chinese Ship Fees Would Hurt State

In written testimony submitted earlier this month, West Virginia Coal Association President Chris Hamilton said the fees would have a detrimental impact on West Virginia coal production.

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Report: Trump Fee On Chinese Ships Could Cut U.S. Coal Exports

In an effort to end China’s dominance in international shipping, the Trump administration wants to charge fees from $1 million to $1.5 million for Chinese ships and Chinese companies to dock at U.S. ports. 

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