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Trump Opens 48,000 Acres in Utah for Coal Mining

10/17/2025

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The Trump administration opened 48,000 acres of federal land in Utah for coal mining leases.
The Bureau of Land Management previously deemed many of these areas unsuitable for mining.
Conservationists warn coal mining could pollute water and air near national parks, including Zion, Bryce Canyon, Capitol Reef.
Utah will receive 7% of royalties but lacks control over federal regulations.
The bidding process has just begun, leaving room for opposition.

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Story summary

The Trump administration opened 48,000 acres of federal land in Utah for coal mining leases.
The Bureau of Land Management previously deemed many of these areas unsuitable for mining.
Conservationists warn coal mining could pollute water and air near national parks, including Zion, Bryce Canyon, Capitol Reef.
Utah will receive 7% of royalties but lacks control over federal regulations.
The bidding process has just begun, leaving room for opposition.