POWERING THE WEST IN BLM COAL COUNTRY

POWERING THE WEST IN BLM COAL COUNTRY

Coal mining is an important use on public lands and helps meet America’s energy needs. It is a strong economic driver both locally and nationally – for many rural communities, this is particularly true. The Trapper Mine near Craig, Colorado plays a vital role in the town’s economy, providing good paying jobs for members of the local community. BLM staff in the Little Snake Field Office work closely with mine operators to ensure coal development takes place in an environmentally responsible manner.

Check out this video to learn more about coal development on #yourworkingpubliclands in Colorado!

Video produced by: Jayson Barangan, BLM Colorado