Montana Coal Lease Rejected Amid Waning Industry Interest and Policy Shifts
October 15, 2025
While officials push to expand Montana’s coal industry, companies show less interest, with low bids on federal leases.
While officials push to expand Montana’s coal industry, companies show less interest, with low bids on federal leases.
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