United States to Promote & Revive its Coal Industry

Key Summary:
- Coal plant preservation, new mine leasing, and emission rule waivers
- Surging electricity demand from AI (data centers), and Electric Vehicles (EV)
- Positive for coal stocks, but long-term impact remains too early to assess
In a major pivot from clean energy trends, US President Donald Trump signed four executive orders on April 8, 2025, to revive the coal sector.
The move leverages emergency powers, including the Defense Production Act, to extend the life of aging coal-fired power plants and fast-track coal mine leasing on federal lands.