Host Emily Arthun traveled to Core Natural Resources in Tridelphia, WV, to sit down with Dan Connell, senior vice president – innovations, to explore how coal innovation is driving a true renaissance. From aerospace composites and advanced carbon materials, to a cooling visor worn by Olympic athletes, this in-depth conversation shows how coal is shaping industries far beyond energy.

Together, Emily and Dan explore how coal is driving a new renaissance — from power and infrastructure to cutting-edge applications in aerospace, advanced composites and energy storage.

Dan shares insights into the formation of Core Natural Resources through the Arch and Consol merger and takes listeners inside the company’s Innovation Center where coal-derived materials are being transformed into carbon foam, aerospace parts, cooling visors worn by Olympic athletes and even sustainable decking products.

The conversation also highlights the Coal Hard Truth campaign, the importance of metallurgical coal’s recognition as a critical resource and the broader effort to reshape coal’s image for the next generation of innovators.

Key Takeaways

• How Core Natural Resources is reshaping the industry through innovation and mergers.

• Why coal remains essential for both energy and industrial applications worldwide.

• Breakthrough uses of coal in aerospace, advanced carbon materials and sustainable building products.

• The story behind the Coal Hard Truth campaign and its impact on public perception.

• Why educating the next generation is critical for coal’s long-term future.

Resources & Links: Learn more about the American Coal Council → www.americancoalcouncil.org Follow ACC on Social Media: LinkedIn | Facebook | X (Twitter) Subscribe to American Coal Magazine → Magazine Link Learn more about Core Natural Resources → https://corenaturalresources.com/

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