Coal transportation outlook remains as a confusing as ever
Journal Article
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· Electr. Light Power (Boston); (United States)
OSTI ID:5602187
The railroads are a favorite scapegoat for those trying to understand the confusing outlook for coal transportation in the US. Coal consumption has not increased as rapidly as was anticipated, but the new support for synthetic fuels will strain transportation systems. Recent rail rate increases, granted by the Interstate Commerce Commission as a way to help the rail industry stay economically viable, have also given a competitive edge to foreign coal. Utilities have explored other ways to transport coal, but have concluded that they are presently captive to the rail industry. Slurry pipelines remain an attractive alternative, but legislation to grant eminent domain is needed. Barge transport on the inland waterway system is also expanding.
- OSTI ID:
- 5602187
- Journal Information:
- Electr. Light Power (Boston); (United States), Journal Name: Electr. Light Power (Boston); (United States) Vol. 57:9; ISSN ELLPA
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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