clean coal

The term 'clean coal' refers to various technologies and methods aimed at reducing the environmental impact of coal energy generation.

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Definition

(technical)Technologies and processes that reduce emissions of pollutants and greenhouse gases from coal combustion.

The power plant uses clean coal technology to lower its carbon footprint.
Investments in clean coal aim to make coal a more environmentally friendly energy source.

(technical)Methods like carbon capture and storage (CCS) and scrubbers that aim to minimize the negative environmental effects of burning coal.

Clean coal initiatives are crucial in the fight against climate change.
Researchers are developing new clean coal technologies to further reduce emissions.

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