Authors of a new book say coal country's crisis should matter to the nation. "America's got to figure out transition for economies, and we need to do it right here in Appalachia, right now."
The plan calls for $600 billion to transition from fossil fuels to greener energy. “If we do nothing, over the next 10 years, our four-state region will lose 100,000 jobs."
Murray’s companies fought against safety rules meant to prevent the fatal disease. He ran the largest privately-owned underground coal mining company in the US.
Construction on the pipeline provided an economic boost to communities, that has since evaporated with the shutdown. Others say climate and health concerns outweigh any benefits.
