Land Statistics

U.S. mining companies have reclaimed for future beneficial uses more than 2.6 million acres of mined land.

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  • U.S. mining companies have reclaimed for other beneficial uses more than 2.6 million acres of mined land.
  • Coal plants in the 21st century emit 40% less co2 than the average 20th century coal plant, according to the World Coal Institute.
  • Mining has touched less than one-half of one percent of all the land in the United States.