Declining demand: With renewable energy sources gaining traction, Wyoming's coal industry faces a diminishing market for its product.
Economic impact: The downturn in coal could have ripple effects on the state's economy, potentially leading to job losses and revenue declines.
Environmental & health concerns: As the world shifts toward cleaner energy alternatives, the toxic toll of coal mining and burning remains a key issue.
Key quote:
“You’ve got all these mines chasing fewer and fewer customers, fewer and fewer tons getting shipped out.”
The Biden administration came into office promising to shift the country away from its dependence on fossil fuels. But faced with political and legal challenges, oil drilling and coal mining on public lands have continued unabated.
The ‘Energy Capital of the Nation’ is making economic gains with youth sports and big events, yet remains vulnerable to a diminishing fossil fuel industry.
