Infographic: The state of coal
- Written by Reema Rattan, Series + Specials Editor, The Conversation
As the world moves to combat climate change, it’s increasingly doubtful that coal will continue to be a viable energy source, because of its high greenhouse gas emissions. But coal played a vital role in the Industrial Revolution and continues to fuel some of the world’s largest economies. This series looks at coal’s past, present and uncertain future.
Authors: Reema Rattan, Series + Specials Editor, The Conversation
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