Mining CEO: Coal remains vital fuel mix in today’s world

DENVER (AP) — Rising demand for energy means coal will remain a vital part of the mix of fuels and the mining industry needs to do a better job of spreading that message and responding to environmental concerns, the chief executive of Chevron Mining said last week.
Mark Smith said the industry has to address concerns that carbon dioxide from coal-fired power plants is contributing to climate change while also getting across that coal and…