Originally lauded as a jobs creator and a friendly source of energy, the Canadian pipeline from Alberta to Nebraska has become a source of controversy, with environmentalists crying foul. However, the facts of the matter say otherwise.
Dust Control Made Miners Safer in 2014
This year, West Virginia Coal Mining Association’s Annual Mining Symposium highlighted the mining industry’s biggest safety initiatives of the last half-decade. At the heart of the discussion was an increased emphasis on dust control in West Virginia’s coal mines.
What Are the Plans for Dayton Mountain’s Coal Extraction?
As both the domestic and international demand for coal rises, businesses are working hard to identify the best opportunities to meet growing demand. In Rhea County, Tennessee, Iron Properties LLC recently announced that they have gained state and federal permission for a deep mine operation to extract coal from Dayton Mountain, according to Times Free Press.
Oil: the Lifeblood of the U.S. Economy
In the debate over sustainable energy, all sides should remember that oil is the lifeblood of the U.S. economy, as it fuels all business, literally and figuratively.
New England Metro Rail System Turns to Midwest for Anti-Icing Solutions During Record Snowfall
When a Northeast city’s transit network needed help delivering consistent service to thousands of commuters, Midwest and its Zero Gravity Third Rail® technology were there to help.