12 Feb 2026 10:27 am
MR-7 » 12 Feb 2026, 10:42 am » wrote: ↑ President Donald Trump just signed a new executive order — directing the Department of War to prioritize long-term Power Purchase Agreements with coal-fired power plants. While the U.S. reopens the coal gates, the world is split on its energy soul. Who’s still burning coal (a lot):Even “green” Europe quietly imports energy from coal-backed grids.
China – burns more coal than the rest of the world combined
India – still expanding coal capacity to meet runaway electricity demand
Indonesia – one of the world’s top exporters
South Africa – 80% of its grid is coal
Australia – giant coal exports despite green pledges
Russia – major supplier, especially to Asia
Poland – still heavily coal-reliant in the EU
Vietnam & Philippines – surging coal consumption for industrial growth
Trump’s move is likely to:Get used to it Slack-Jaws....MAGA is in charge.
- Lock in PPA deals spanning decades
- Boost coal-state economies (WV, PA, KY, WY)
- Challenge the EPA’s clean energy targets
- Ignite a global debate on energy realism vs. environmental idealism
China – burns more coal than the rest of the world combined 
India – still expanding coal capacity to meet runaway electricity demand
Indonesia – one of the world’s top exporters
South Africa – 80% of its grid is coal
Australia – giant coal exports despite green pledges
Russia – major supplier, especially to Asia
Poland – still heavily coal-reliant in the EU
Vietnam & Philippines – surging coal consumption for industrial growthDon't forget nuke plants.
Long ago an activist wanted to eliminate nuke energy plants...now he says he was wrong and that nuke plants are safe, and they're even better now. But that won't stop the leftist piglets from squealing.