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Iowa coal revival linked to oil price rise and reserves
Iowa officials anticipate a coal industry resurgence as oil prices climb and reserves appear ample. The Iowa Development Commission notes 3.5 to 3.7 billion tons of measured and inferred coal, with a potential 1,000 year supply at current extraction rates. ISU coal washing plants begun to boost production and two commercial operations open at Lovilla and near Pella. Export prospects are explored with state officials highlighting Mississippi River logistics for year round barge service.
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Des Moines
Iowa
Iowa Development Commission
IDC
Iowa Geological Survey
Doug Getter
Getter
ICC
Iowa State University Coal Reserve
ISU
Lovilla
Iowa Coal Mining Co
Iowa Fuels and Minerals
Pella
W. Breen Turley
Orba Johhnson
Mississippi River
Keokuk
Mississippi