Reclaiming Abandoned Mines: Turning Coal Country’s Toxic Legacy Into Assets

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By The RevelatorMar 29, 2021, 12:11 pm225 pts
By Tara Lohan Mined lands reclaimed for biking trails, office parks — even a winery. Efforts like these are already underway in Appalachia to reclaim the region's toxic history, restore blighted lands, and create economic opportunities in areas where decades-old mines haven't been properly cleaned up. The…

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