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Decoding Coal Dispatch with RMI

Inevitable

CHAPTER

Economic Dynamics of Coal Plants

This chapter analyzes the operational and financial challenges faced by coal plants, highlighting their historic perception as low-cost electricity providers despite inherent inefficiencies. It discusses how misaligned incentives can lead to short-term benefits for operators while incurring long-term losses for consumers, especially in regions like the Rust Belt. The chapter advocates for strategic changes in market structures to enhance the economic viability of coal while facilitating a smoother transition to renewable energy sources.

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