White House Bets on Clean Coal to Power America's Defenses
Published Date: 2/17/2026
Presidential Document
Summary
The U.S. government is doubling down on clean coal power to keep our military and defense industries running strong and steady. This means more long-term deals to buy coal energy, making sure our electric grid stays reliable and ready for anything—especially during emergencies. These changes start now and aim to protect national security while supporting America’s coal power plants.
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Federal Long-Term Coal Power Contracts
On February 11, 2026, the President ordered the Secretary of War, working with the Secretary of Energy, to seek long-term Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) or similar contracts to buy power from U.S. coal-fired generation facilities to serve Department of War installations and mission-critical sites. The order gives priority to projects that improve (a) grid reliability and blackout prevention, (b) on-site fuel security, and (c) mission assurance for defense and intelligence capabilities.
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