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The 2014 International Advanced Coal Technology conference brought together experts from around the world to discuss advances in coal use and carbon capture, storage and utilisation.
“This conference advances technologies to make coal more viable into the future,” Mead said.
“Coal is the fastest growing fuel source in the world.
“Enhancing technologies for capture and use of carbon adds value to coal and secures its role globally.”
He travelled with representatives of the University of Wyoming’s school of energy resources.
While in Australia, Mead toured a coal port.
“Australia recognises the importance of coal domestically and internationally.
“Here in Wyoming we are hard at work making sure coal receives the same recognition.
“We want to increase exports to meet the rising demand, while developing solutions to make the coal more valuable and cleaner,” he said.
The next conference is scheduled for 2016 and will be held in Wyoming.
