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Coal Jobs Plummet as Renewables Reshape Colorado's Energy Future

5/6/2025

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Coal mining jobs in Colorado have plummeted to around 1,150, as coal's share of electricity generation has fallen from over 50% to under 33%. Despite President Trump's attempts to rejuvenate the industry, economic shifts towards natural gas and renewables pose significant hurdles. With a goal to phase out coal by 2030, the future looks increasingly uncertain.

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Coal mining jobs in Colorado have plummeted to around 1,150, as coal's share of electricity generation has fallen from over 50% to under 33%. Despite President Trump's attempts to rejuvenate the industry, economic shifts towards natural gas and renewables pose significant hurdles. With a goal to phase out coal by 2030, the future looks increasingly uncertain.