US President Donald Trump campaigned on a pledge to revive hundreds of coal mines shut in recent years. They’ve contracted enough renewable energy to displace at least 12 coal generators, and some are paying millions to sever ties with utilities to find their own supply. Alphabet has called on utilities to create “buy-as-you-go” renewable energy programmes. The fight to transform power supplies is just the latest instance of technology companies flexing their political muscle and green image. Despite her state’s deep roots in coal, she backs the company’s fight for more renewable energy.

Source: Mint November 30, 2017 15:00 UTC