This intensive course provides utility coal consumers with advanced techniques, best practices and risk management approaches for handling, storing and consuming Powder River Basin (PRB) coal.

The course highlights a number of areas critical to the safe, effective and efficient utilization of PRB coal, including Production, Transportation, Materials Handling & Storage, Combustion and Emissions Control.

The program includes/addresses:

1. A tour of Ameren's Rush Island Power Plant
2. Vendor Showcase - Equipment and service providers provide in-depth information on their offerings. Companies representing dust control, fire prevention, boiler optimization management and emissions control are expected to participate.
3. PRB Supply & Transportation
4. PRB Coal Use at Utility & Industrial Plants
5. Prospective Impact of CO₂ Legislation & Regulation on PRB Coal
6. PRB Coal Handling
7. PRB Coal Combustion
8. PRB Coal Safety & Risk Management

Hyatt Regency ~ St. Louis

Instructors are drawn from diverse sectors of the utility-coal industry. Industry consultants, government representatives and members of the academic community provide detailed, intensive instruction, complimented by the real-world experiences of industry executives.

The program also provides an opportunity for participants to benefit from the experiences of their peers and enhance their business relationships.