U.S. Government Rejects Coal Leasing Proposal in Utah Amid Declining Sales

The U.S. government has rejected a mining company's request to lease over 6 million tons of coal from public lands in Utah, marking a significant decline in coal sales in the western states. This decision, part of a broader trend with multiple rejections this month, raises concerns about the future of the coal industry and energy production in the region, reflecting tensions between energy needs and environmental conservation.