L&L Explores Surface Mining in Inner Mongolia

L & L Energy, Inc.

has begun due diligence of targeted large-scale surface mines in Inner Mongolia, China for potential acquisition. The eventual acquisition of surface mines and entry into long-term coal supply agreements in Inner Mongolia is expected to significantly expand and diversify L&L's existing underground coal operations from south China into a national presence. Mr. Jingcai Yang, a recently appointed director of L&L, is assisting the Company in sourcing suitable surface mines. Mr. Yang, the former Chief Engineer at Shenhua Group Corporation Ltd. and former Chairman & CEO of Shengdong Coal Corporation, is an expert in surface mining in China.