42 USC 13340 - Low-rank coal research and development

U.S Code last checked for updates: Nov 22, 2024

§ 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.

(Pub. L. 102–486, title XIII, § 1310, Oct. 24, 1992, 106 Stat. 2975.)

cite as: 42 USC 13340