Factors Affecting the Use of Coal in Present and Future Energy MarketsBackground paper by CRS, examines the potential of coal to contribute to resolution of the energy crisis, describes impact of existing and proposed public policies on economic position of coal as energy fuel, and identifies issues requiring resolution for improving role of coal as energy supplier. |
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