Massey Energy Company was a coal extractor in the United States with substantial operations in West Virginia, Kentucky and Virginia. By revenue, it is the fourth largest producer of coal in the United States and the largest coal producer in Central Appalachia. By coal production weight, it is the sixth largest producer of coal in the United States.

Massey Energy Company is an American coal mining company based in Richmond, Virginia. Founded in 1920, it is the largest coal producer in Central Appalachia and the fourth-largest producer in the United States. With over 8,000 employees, Massey Energy operates over 40 underground and surface mines in West Virginia, Kentucky, Virginia and Tennessee. Massey Energy is a leader in the coal industry, producing high-quality metallurgical coal and thermal coal used in the steel and electricity industries. The company also produces oil and natural gas in the Appalachian Basin. Massey Energy is a major supplier of coal to utilities and industrial customers in the United States and abroad.

Massey Energy has a long history of safety and environmental responsibility. The company has been recognized for its commitment to safe mining practices and was the first in the industry to implement a comprehensive safety program. Massey Energy also has a strong commitment to environmental stewardship and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its impact on the environment.

Massey Energy has been involved in a number of controversies in recent years. In 2010, the company was fined $20 million by the U.S. government for violating the Clean Water Act. In 2011, the company was cited for numerous safety violations in connection with the Upper Big Branch Mine disaster, which resulted in the deaths of 29 miners. Massey Energy has also been criticized for its political contributions to candidates who support the coal industry.

Despite these controversies, Massey Energy remains a major player in the coal industry. The company is committed to providing reliable energy to its customers while ensuring the safety of its employees and protecting the environment. Massey Energy is an important part of the economy of Central Appalachia and is a major employer in the region.