Press Releases

June 19, 2009
ACCCE Statement on Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) report on coal and climate change
In response to today’s Massachusetts Institute of Technology report on coal and climate change, American Coalition for Clean Coal Electricity Senior Vice President of Communications Joe Lucas released the following statement: “While we have not had an opportunity to examine the specific findings of the MIT study being released today, we strongly concur with the report’s conclusion that advanced, clean coal technologies for carbon capture and storage are among the best ways for America—and nations around the world—to address climate change concerns and provide affordable, reliable electricity.

June 18, 2009
ACCCE Factuality Tour Highlights FutureGen in Mattoon, Illinois
The Factuality Tour produced by the American Coalition for Clean Coal Electricity (ACCCE), has been filming all over the Central United States to demonstrate how America’s reliable electricity supply is produced from “the mine to your plug.” The most recent stop on the Factuality Tour was filmed in Mattoon, Illinois, home of the FutureGen project. The power plant will create 5000 jobs; with a significant portion of those based in the Mattoon area.

June 12, 2009
ACCCE Factuality Tour Highlights WE Energies Pleasant Prairie Power Plant
The Factuality Tour came to Wisconsin recently to showcase the WE Energies Pleasant Prairie Power Plant as one of the premier demonstration sites in the U.S. currently capturing carbon dioxide (CO2) from the use of coal for electricity. Produced by the American Coalition for Clean Coal Electricity (ACCCE), the Factuality Tour has been filming throughout the Midwest to demonstrate how America’s reliable electricity supply is produced from the “mine to plug.”

June 12, 2009
ACCCE Statement Regarding the Revival of FutureGen
In response to the DOE’s decision to revive the FutureGen program, ACCCE senior vice president of communications, Joe Lucas, released the following statement: “The Obama administration is to be commended for their decision to reinstate the FutureGen program and fast-track the development of this extremely valuable project."

June 09, 2009
ACCCE Statement Regarding the Dept. of Energy’s $1.4-billion for Carbon Capture and Storage Projects
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia – In response to the U.S. Department of Energy’s $1.4 billion for carbon capture and storage projects, ACCCE Senior Vice President of Communications Joe Lucas released the following statement: “The $1.4 billion recently made available through the Department of Energy for carbon capture and storage projects is an important first step in the allocation of funds from the recent stimulus package to be used for clean energy endeavors."

June 09, 2009
ACCCE Statement Regarding the Midwestern Governors' Greenhouse Gas Reduction Recommendations
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia – In response to the Midwest Governors’ Association plan for a reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, ACCCE President Steve Miller released the following statement: “ACCCE agrees with the conclusion reached by the panel appointed by governors participating in the Midwest Governors Association climate change accord that controlling greenhouse gases through a federal program is a better course than imposing such mandates under individual state regimes or a regional program."

June 04, 2009
ACCCE Applauds Passage of Landmark Clean Coal Measures and Successful Wrap to the Texas Legislative Session
AUSTIN – JUNE 4, 2009 – The American Coalition for Clean Coal Electricity applauds the successful conclusion of Texas’ 81st legislative session and the passage of several bills that provide comprehensive incentive measures for clean coal technology projects in the state.

May 21, 2009
Statement by ACCCE Regarding the Passage of the American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009
ALEXANDRIA, VA – The House Energy and Commerce Committee passed the American Clean Energy and Security Act of 2009 (ACES) out of committee. Parts of the bill are expected to be reviewed by other House committees before heading to the House Floor. In response to the passage of the ACES Act, Steve Miller, CEO and President of the American Coalition for Clean Coal Electricity, released the following statement:

May 13, 2009
Report Details Utilities Investment in Eliminating Air Emissions from Coal-Based Generation
CHICAGO – The American Coalition for Clean Coal Electricity (ACCCE) released the findings of an Energy Ventures Analysis, Inc. report today that finds that nearly $100 billion dollars have been spent to deploy clean coal technologies to reduce air emissions since 1990. In response to this report, Steve Miller, President and CEO of ACCCE released the following statement.

May 11, 2009
ACCCE Launches Factuality Tour to Promote the Role of Coal-Based Electricity in America
ALEXANDRIA, VA – The American Coalition for Clean Coal Electricity (ACCCE) launched a new web based series today focusing on the role coal plays in our nation’s energy portfolio. Specifically this web based series will look to verify the technology and advances currently underway within the coal-based electricity sector.

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