BELMONT, WV - NOV 12: The Pleasants Power Station operated by Allegheny Energy is one of several coal-fired power plants that operate along the Ohio River. Many of the coal fire plants are facing tougher environmental regulations that will be taking effect in the next couple of years. This power plant was the site of the deadliest construction accident in U.S. history. In 1978, scaffolding on one of the cooling towers (at left in photo) collapsed during construction, killing 51 workers. (Photo by Michael Williamson/The Washington Post)

Clean Air Regulations Impact Coal Burning Plants

BELMONT, WV - NOV 12: The Pleasants Power Station operated by Allegheny Energy is one of several coal-fired power plants that operate along the Ohio River. Many of the coal fire plants are facing tougher environmental regulations that will be taking effect in the next couple of years. This power plant was the site of the deadliest construction accident in U.S. history. In 1978, scaffolding on one of the cooling towers (at left in photo) collapsed during construction, killing 51 workers. (Photo by Michael Williamson/The Washington Post)

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