Benthic macroinvertebrate communities in headwater streams influenced by Appalachian coal mining often differ from communities in minimally disturbed streams. Elevated levels of total dissolved solids (TDS) associated with ...

The selection of plant species is critical for successful establishment and long-term maintenance of vegetation on reclaimed surface mined soils. Over long terms, the plant species present on reclaimed coal mine sites may ...

The purpose of this study is to investigate differences in tree survivorship and growth among several tree species on different soil/spoil materials on a reclaimed coal surface mine in West Virginia. Trees were planted in ...

Provide teachers a week long field experience to improve their understanding of a variety of environmental and economic issues relating to coal extraction, preparation, transportation, and utilization. Also, to introduce ...

This week-long summer session offers teachers in grades 3-7 and earth science teachers a unique opportunity to learn about the coalfields in Virginia/central Appalachian region and the economic impact on the state/local/region ...

This report lists products of research and education activities concerning reforestation of mined lands conducted during the 2010-2011 fiscal year.