The Department of Energy on Friday unveiled $100 million in grants to modernize U.S. coal plants.
The funding opportunity is available for plant operators to develop and implement wastewater systems and install retrofits that allow the plants to run on natural gas. It’s also available for “advanced coal-natural gas co-firing systems and system components,” DOE said in a press release.
Since taking office, the Trump administration has sought to boost fossil fuels like coal and reduce federal support for renewables.
“President Trump has ended the war on American coal and is restoring common sense energy policies that put Americans first,” Energy Secretary Chris Wright said in a statement. “These projects will help keep America’s coal plants operating and ensure the United States has the reliable and affordable power it needs to keep the lights on and power our future.”
