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US Plans To Halt Federal Coal Leasing In Wyoming Basin

Dump trucks haul coal and sediment at the Black Butte coal mine outside Rock Springs, Wyoming, U.S.

The United States has put forth a proposal to cease federal coal leasing in the Wyoming Powder River Basin. This move is part of the Biden administration's efforts to address climate change and transition towards cleaner energy sources.

The Powder River Basin, located in Wyoming, is one of the largest coal-producing regions in the country. The proposal aims to halt new coal leases on federal lands in the region, signaling a shift away from fossil fuels towards renewable energy.

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