15 Apr 2025
⛏️BLM Rescinds Coal Leasing Moratorium
Rescission and Termination of the Environmental Impact Statement Analyzing the Potential Environmental Effects From Maintaining Secretary Jewell's Coal Leasing Moratorium
Summary
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Headquarters Solid Minerals is announcing the rescission of the Notice of Intent to prepare an environmental impact statement (EIS) and termination of the EIS analyzing the potential environmental effects from maintaining Secretary Jewell's coal leasing moratorium.
Agencies
- Interior Department
- Land Management Bureau
Business Impact
$$$ - High
The rescission of the coal leasing moratorium by the Bureau of Land Management implies increased opportunities for coal mining businesses, likely affecting financial forecasts and investment decisions in the industry. It eliminates previous regulatory hurdles that may have restricted operations.