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Trump orders Pentagon to buy electricity generated by coal

Al JazeeraEN 2 min read 100% complete by John PowerFebruary 12, 2026 at 04:06 AM
Trump orders Pentagon to buy electricity generated by coal
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In February 2026, President Trump ordered the Pentagon to prioritize purchasing electricity from coal-fired plants through long-term agreements. This directive aims to bolster the declining coal industry despite environmental concerns and competition from natural gas and renewables. Trump also announced a $175 million Department of Energy investment to upgrade six coal plants in North Carolina, Ohio, West Virginia, Kentucky, and Virginia. The move comes as US coal production has significantly decreased, accounting for only 16% of the nation's energy production in 2023. The order's specific energy purchase amounts and financial terms remain unspecified. The administration emphasizes the importance of coal workers and the fuel's role in powering the nation.

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