Rio Tinto Energy America provides the fuel to generate approximately 6 percent of the nation's electricity

Rio Tinto Energy America (RTEA) is among the safest and most efficient energy producers in the world. Headquartered in Gillette, Wyoming, RTEA provides the fuel for approximately six percent of the nation’s electricity through five coal mines it operates in the Western United States. RTEA is affiliated with the Rio Tinto Group of companies, which makes it part of one of the world’s leading consortiums in finding, extracting and processing mineral resources. RTEA believes in reliable and affordable energy, and in balancing economic growth and environmental protection. RTEA embraces sustainable development by providing for today and protecting for tomorrow.