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Trump to Revive Coal Industry with $175M Executive Order

2/11/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump will announce on February 10, 2026 an executive order directing the Pentagon to support coal-fired power plants.
The Department of Energy will allocate $175 million for upgrades at coal plants in Kentucky, North Carolina, Ohio, Virginia, and West Virginia.
The actions reflect Trump's commitment to reviving the coal industry amid challenges and competition from renewables.
The White House event will include coal executives and industry leaders.

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U.S. President Donald Trump will announce on February 10, 2026 an executive order directing the Pentagon to support coal-fired power plants.
The Department of Energy will allocate $175 million for upgrades at coal plants in Kentucky, North Carolina, Ohio, Virginia, and West Virginia.
The actions reflect Trump's commitment to reviving the coal industry amid challenges and competition from renewables.
The White House event will include coal executives and industry leaders.