The North-American coal mines with the biggest production rates in 2013 aren’t necessarily the largest in size or the ones with more workers. But one thing is for sure: they are all located in Wyoming, the US capital of coal.
1. North Antelope Rochelle
Prodution in 2013: 100.703 tonnes
Owner/explorer: Peabody Energy
Location: Wyoming
2. Black Thunder
Prodution in 2013: undefined
Owner/explorer: ArchCoal
Location: Wyoming
3. Cordero Rojo
Prodution in 2013: 33.267 tonnes
Owner/explorer: Cloud Peak Energy
Location: Wyoming
4. Antelope Coal
Prodution in 2013: 28.444 tonnes
Owner/explorer: Cloud Peak Energy
Location: Wyoming
5. Eagle Butte
Prodution in 2013: 18.057 tonnes
Owner/explorer: Alpha Natural Resources
Location: Wyoming