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42 U.S.C. § 13340

Title 42Chapter 134Current through PL 116-220~1 min readLast updated: March 30, 2026View on OLRC →
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§ 13340. Low-rank coal research and development

The Secretary shall pursue a program of research and development with respect to the technologies needed to expand the use of low-rank coals which take into account the unique properties of lignites and sub-bituminous coals, including, but not limited to, the following areas—

  • (1) high value-added carbon products;
  • (2) fuel cell applications;
  • (3) emissions control and combustion efficiencies;
  • (4) coal water fuels and underground coal gasification;
  • (5) distillates; and
  • (6) any other technologies which will assist in the development of niche markets for lignites and sub-bituminous coals.

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