Coal power keeps getting more expensive—and that means higher electricity bills for Americans

Coal power is a dirtier energy source than renewables like wind and solar. But even for those Americans who don’t care about climate, it’s also a more expensive energy source—and the economics of using it as a power source just keep getting worse. 

As President Donald Trump tries to bolster the coal industry by ordering shuttered coal power plants to reopen, that means everyday Americans are likely to see their electricity bills spike.

Coal power was 28% more expensive in 2024 than it was in 2021...