Coal - A Vital Fuel Source for Electricity

Electricity generated from coal is one of the most affordable and reliable sources of energy in this country. It is a vital component in a thriving economy. Coal-based generation has beome increasingly clean over the past 35 years, the result of tremendous progress in technology. Clean coal technology promises to greatly reduce or even eliminate causes that have been tied to global warmng. Did you know that 85 percent of the electricity in Iowa comes from coal? At least 25 other states rely on coal to supply at least 50 percent of their energy needs. Without a doubt renewable energy sources such as solar, biomass and wind will create job opportunities here and there. But they are not capable of meeting base-load requirements. Clean, affordable and abundant coal remains the most viable fuel source in the U. S. for electric generation.