Coal Combustion, Inc. (founded 2003) works to help the coal industry better understand coal quality, as well as the operation and performance of coal-fired steam plants. Mr. Hatt, President and Chief Technical Officer, works regularly with fuel purchasing, plant operation and engineering departments at utilities and with coal sales and mining companies. His seminars have been attended by hundreds of attendees representing dozens of companies. CCI specializes in coal quality and combustion consulting, with expertise in slag and ash deposits. Mr. Hatt also provides advanced analytical services, including electron microscopy of deposits and expert witness in high profile litigation.