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June 26, 2026Emergency order addresses critical grid reliability issues by saving affordable, beautiful, clean coal generation from going offline.Energy.gov
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Press ReleasesJune 4, 2026The U.S. Department of Energy today announced it will support 13 American coal-fired power plants and new coal export infrastructure by providing up to $500 million in Defense Production Act Title III (DPA) funds.Energy.gov
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Press ReleasesJune 4, 2026The U.S. Department of Energy today announced the selection of four coal modernization and reliability projects to strengthen coal-based generation, grid reliability, and strategic energy infrastructure.Energy.gov
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June 4, 2026The Trump Administration is Strengthening Grid Reliability and National Security by Reinvigorating the American Coal IndustryEnergy.gov
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Press ReleasesMay 18, 2026Emergency order keeps beautiful, clean coal generation available and reduces energy costs for AmericansEnergy.gov
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Press ReleasesMarch 16, 2026U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright today issued an emergency order to ensure Americans in the Northwestern region of the United States have access to affordable, reliable and secure electricity.Energy.gov
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Press ReleasesFebruary 17, 2026Emergency order keeps critical coal generation online and addresses critical grid reliability issues facing the Midwestern region of the United States.Energy.gov
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February 11, 2026The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today announced $175 million in funding for six projects to modernize, retrofit, and extend the useful life of coal-fired power plants that serve rural and remote communities across the United States.Energy.gov
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January 15, 2026The Trump Administration Is Reaffirming Coal’s Role In American Energy DominanceEnergy.gov
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October 31, 2025The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today issued a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for up to $100 million in federal funding to refurbish and modernize the nation’s existing coal power plants.Energy.gov