Removing Old King Coal's Crown ... Slowly

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29 min listen
April 11, 2024
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Abruptly shutting down all the coal-fired power plants may appeal to some, but there would likely be unintended consequences for investors, as well as plant employees and those who live where the plants are located. A managed coal phaseout with specific target dates and actions may create a level of certainty for all involved.

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