As the Coal Industry Falls Apart, Miners Face Losing Their Pensions
But Trump’s promises to save coal have yet come to pass — and miners are becoming increasingly worried for their future.
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Scotland sees renewable energy; jobs through tidal currents
As Scotland transitions from fossil fuels to renewable energy, it is investing in an unexpected source: tidal currents. Similar to wind turbines, which sit above ground, tidal turbines are one hundred feet below water and use tides instead of wind…
Rethinking the Utility Company as Solar Power Heats Up
The plummeting price of solar panels has led to a boom of customers and solar industry jobs. What does it mean for the evolution of utility companies? William Brangham reports.