Wyoming backs coal with $1.2M threat to sue other states
PacifiCorp, which serves Utah, plans to retire generators at two Wyoming coal-fired power plants starting in 2023.
(J. David Ake | AP file photo) In 2018, the Dave Johnston coal-fired power plant is silhouetted against the morning sun in Glenrock, Wyo. A new law signed April 6 by Wyoming Republican Gov. Mark Gordon creates a $1.2 million fund for an initiative that marks the latest attempt by state leaders to help coal in the state.