# Coal Gets $700M Lifeline

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Podcast: [Charleston West Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/charleston-west-virginia-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7606770)
Published: 2026-06-05T00:59:51+00:00
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The President just invoked the Defense Production Act to pour $700 million into 13 coal plants—including new ones in West Virginia, the first since 2013—despite coal’s share of U.S. electricity dropping from 50% to just 15%. While industry insiders hail it as a lifeline, environmental groups warn it’s taxpayer money being wasted on outdated, expensive infrastructure. The Energy Department’s backing of a 1.6-gigawatt project in West Virginia hints at bigger plans, with more details expected soon. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/8ea1a84bbba4f619

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