Below the surface
Most of us don't think about where our energy comes from. But in Appalachia and the Powder River Basin, mining coal is a way of life that can create both pride and passion.
Inside the Story
Most of us don't think about where our energy comes from. But in Appalachia and the Powder River Basin, mining coal is a way of life that can create both pride and passion.
In the air
Generating electricity can pollute the air we breathe, causing illness and even death. Neighbors of coal-fired power plants are fighting for cleaner air. Air pollutants can also travel, damaging health in other states.
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Close to home
We rely on coal in everyday life. When we switch on the lights, call our friends on the phone or turn on the faucet, we're using coal. You might be surprised at how much coal you use and where it comes from.
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From 30,000 feet
See the big picture in our complicated love affair with coal, grasp the details at ground level, then back up to expand your view.
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