Joe Daniel, a Principal on the Carbon-Free Electricity Team at RMI, dives into the intricate world of coal's impact on the US electric grid. He explains the concept of non-economic dispatch, where coal plants operate despite being less cost-effective, disrupting energy efficiency. The discussion highlights how information asymmetry hinders renewables while Joe introduces tools like RMI's Economic Dispatch Hub aimed at facilitating a fair transition to cleaner energy. Insights on coal's declining role amidst rising renewables make for an engaging and enlightening conversation.