Keynote Speakers


Tuesday, February 11,2025 11:00 AM

From Then to Now: Navigating the Roadmap to Safety and Efficiency

Over the past quarter century, the coal industry has navigated significant changes. This session will delve into the key developments, challenges, and successes that have shaped the industry's evolution.

Join us for a thought-provoking discussion with industry pioneers, Barry Bosewell and John Bridson. They will share their experiences, insights, and visions for the future of coal power. Topics to be covered include:

• Historical milestones and key trends in the coal industry
• Challenges faced during the transition from lignite to PRB fuels
• Best practices for collaboration and knowledge sharing
• The importance of understanding combustible dust and mitigating risks
• The evolving role of coal power in a changing energy landscape

Whether you are a seasoned industry professional or just starting your journey in the coal power sector, this session offers valuable insights into the past, present, and future of this dynamic industry.

February 12, 2024 8:00 AM Domestic and International Coal Markets Update

Tony Knutson, Global Head of Thermal Coal Markets, Metals & Mining, Wood Mackenzie

• US domestic coal + exports – an evolving industry
• Global thermal coal – near and long-term market views
• Global metallurgical coal – near and long-term market views
• Coal’s place under Wood Mackenzie’s Net zero and delayed transition scenarios

Tony is the global head of Wood Mackenzie’s thermal coal markets research for the Metals and Mining group. He has over 25 years of experience covering fuel supply, exploration, project and consultant management, regulatory, stakeholder engagement and market dynamics experience across coal and power generation industries.

Part of our global markets research team, Tony is responsible for leading global thermal coal research. He works closely with a global team of analysts to drive world class market research for the global and US thermal coal trade.

Tony originally joined Wood Mackenzie as a principal analyst, covering global metallurgical coal markets. He also spent time as Wood Mackenzie’s Metals and Mining Emissions Research Lead.

Prior to joining Wood Mackenzie in 2018, Tony worked for an independent power producer in Calgary, Canada, in their corporate development group. There he was involved in advancing an underground export coking coal mine, a 500 MW coal-fired power plant and procuring coal for a 150 MW power plant. He began his career with a large Canadian utility, eventually working in a management role at Highvale Mine, Canada’s largest surface thermal coal operation.