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Randall W. Atkins to Address Global Energy Leaders at IEA-IEF-OPEC Symposium

On October 8, 2025, Randall W. Atkins, the Chairman and CEO of Ramaco Resources, Inc., is set to deliver a significant address at the 7th IEA-IEF-OPEC Symposium on Gas and Coal Market Outlooks in Paris, France. This event is a pivotal forum for global dialogue on energy issues, organized by esteemed entities including the International Energy Agency (IEA), the International Energy Forum (IEF), and OPEC. This symposium exemplifies the ongoing collaboration mandated by leaders of the G20, aimed at addressing the future of energy markets.

Mr. Atkins will present on the theme titled, "The Renaissance of Coal in the Age of Carbon Products, Critical Minerals, and AI." This address aims to highlight the critical positioning of coal amidst rising technological innovations and the increasing relevance of critical minerals. With a wealth of experience in the energy sector, Atkins emphasizes the transformative role of artificial intelligence in shaping the future of coal and its derivatives.

The agenda is designed to spotlight Ramaco Resources’ unique strategies within the coal industry. Mr. Atkins intends to showcase how the company is advancing in the production of rare earth elements while also reimagining coal as a resource capable of contributing positively to contemporary energy discussions. By integrating innovative technologies, Ramaco is carving a niche in the overlap between traditional coal energy and emergent carbon products.

In his own words, Randall Atkins states, "It is a privilege to bring a proud United States' pro-coal message of innovation to the world stage at the IEA-IEF-OPEC Symposium. Coal continues to play a vital role in global energy markets—not only as a foundation for steelmaking and energy but as a springboard for innovation in carbon products, critical minerals, and advanced technologies."

Atkins passionately argues for coal's ongoing necessity in modern energy infrastructure, stating, "Ramaco's work in developing the Brook Mine in Wyoming—the first new rare earth mine in the United States in over 70 years—underscores the essential contributions coal and American mining can make to the future of critical minerals and energy security in the Western world. We are proud to lead the way in demonstrating how coal, coupled with technological advancement, can help meet the world's evolving critical strategic needs."

Mr. Atkins is an acknowledged leader in energy discussions and has been appointed by the White House to serve as a U.S. representative on the IEA's International Advisory Board for Coal and Critical Minerals. His prior leadership roles include Chair of the Department of Energy's National Coal Council and participation on the Board of the National Mining Association.

The Paris Symposium follows significant events, including previous meetings in Riyadh and Vienna, emphasizing a continuous endeavor towards international collaboration on pressing energy matters. The symposium is designed to attract policy makers, industry leaders, and experts who will come together to understand the future landscape of gas and coal markets - allowing for a rich exchange of ideas and practices.

About Ramaco Resources

Ramaco Resources, Inc. operates in southern West Virginia and southwestern Virginia, focusing on producing high-quality, low-cost metallurgical coal. As a forward-thinking company, it is also venturing into coal, rare earth, and critical minerals production in Wyoming. Ramaco's headquarters are found in Lexington, Kentucky, complemented by operational offices in West Virginia and Wyoming. Presently, the company is in the development phase for a groundbreaking rare earth and coal mine in Wyoming and has also established a carbon research facility aimed at producing innovative carbon materials.

In a notable recent discovery, the company announced a major find of primary magnetic rare earths at its Wyoming site. Alongside mining operations, Ramaco holds a robust intellectual property portfolio, comprising around 76 patents and ongoing licensing agreements. Detailed information regarding Ramaco Resources, including SEC filings, can be accessed on their official website.