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Story summary
- U.S. President Donald Trump promotes coal via executive orders and financial support to revive the declining industry.
- Colorado plans to close its remaining coal plants by 2031, shifting toward solar and wind energy.
- The closures affect jobs and community identity in Craig and Hayden, while some residents hope for intervention and others pursue renewables.
- Local businesses adapt, but concerns remain about electricity reliability during the phase-out.
