Wyoming's first new coal mine in 50 years is said to be operating soon but it won't rely on the fossil fuel to make money.

Energy Secretary Chris Wright claimed the venture will "break dependence on China" as Trump pushes ahead with fossil fuel ...

Mining for new opportunities in Appalachia’s coal country Over the last few decades, American energy companies have decreased their coal production, leaving thousands of miners without jobs.

In coal mining communities, black lung has long been considered an “old man’s disease,” one to be almost expected after enough years underground.

Even as President Trump vows to reinvigorate America's coal industry, critics say his administration has stripped away key health protections for miners.

In Appalachia, where coal once fueled American industry and prosperity, a new energy economy is appearing—one built not on ideology, but on pragmatism, resilience, and opportunity.

Abandoned coal mines in the New River Gorge also serve as important homes. "There are 10 species of bats that are located in the park. Four are federally endangered," Wright said.

Inside Appalachia tells the stories of our people, and how they live today. The show is an audio tour of our rich history, food, music and culture.

As West Virginians face possible cuts to Medicaid and SNAP, they are also being hit hard in the job market.

Study predicts loss of elephant habitat due to coal mining in Odisha, leading to increased human-elephant conflict.

BHUBANESWAR: A new study has urged that declaring the entire coal belt of Angul district for mining use must be reconsidered.Wildlife Institute of India (WII) r ...