Utah Division of Oil, Gas and Mining

The Utah Division of Oil, Gas and Mining actively manages Utahs resources by fostering responsible resource development, protecting public safety, and preserving the environment. There are four programs within the Division: coal, minerals, oil and gas, and abandoned mine reclamation. Coal - Supports a sustainable coal mining industry to meet the nations energy needs - Implements standards that protect the environment, public health and safety while operations are underway - Ensures successful reclamation of mined lands - Utahs coal industry contributes about $500 million each year to the states economy - Coal-fired power plants provide more than 80 percent of Utahs electricity Minerals - Oversees and regulates large and small mineral mines and exploration projects. - Permits are issued to ensure compliance with environmental laws and regulations - Verifies mined lands are reclaimed - Mineral mining provides more than $3 billion to Utahs economy - Utah ranks fifth in the nation ...