The Role of Coal in a New Energy Age
Select Committee on Energy Independence and Global Warming - The Role of Coal in a New Energy Age - For the first time in recent memory, the… read more
Select Committee on Energy Independence and Global Warming - The Role of Coal in a New Energy Age - For the first time in recent memory, the CEOs of America’s top two coal mining companies, and a leading international company, came to Capitol Hill to answer questions on their positions on climate change, clean energy policy, and the challenges that face their industry. “Just as our national energy policy is at a crossroads, so, too, is the coal industry,” said Rep. Edward J. Markey, who chairs the Select Committee on Energy Independence and Global Warming, the committee that hosted the CEOs. “Whether it’s climate science, the viability of ‘clean coal,’ or safety concerns, I believe Congress requires answers from the coal industry on their ability to be a part of our clean energy future.” As Congress continues to push for a comprehensive clean energy and climate bill, questions remain regarding the coal industry’s position on the essential science of climate change and their potential t close
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