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> Tons of discussion to prop up coal, of all industries. I believe the argument is that domestic energy production is a matter of national security.
by LyndsySimon 8y ago
> Tons of discussion to prop up coal, of all industries.
I believe the argument is that domestic energy production is a matter of national security.
- taeric 8y agoSeems dubious. I mean, yes, we should try and maintain energy independence. I don't think we need coal for that. Nor do I think we should necessarily just flat out drop coal. If there are avenues it makes sense to use, we should do so. However, it is a remarkably bad industry for all but the owners.
- philipkglass 8y agodomestic energy production is a matter of national security The #1 factor in cutting US coal consumption/production over the past decade has been cheaper natural gas from domestic fracking. The #2 factor has been the rise of US wind power, which is also domestic. https://www.eia.gov/todayinenergy/detail.php?id=25392 https://www.eia.gov/todayinenergy/detail.php?id=25392
- pm90 8y agoThat argument does not hold much water. Natural Gas is the preferred source for almost all new power plants, and the US has a LOT of it (Shale oil/gas). Not to mention the shitloads of good ol petroleum in the Permian Basin, Alaska and the Arctic.