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The Pacific Research Institute’s Wayne Winegarden Explores Energy Policy and Coal's Importance
Wayne Winegarden, a senior fellow at the Pacific Research Institute, discusses energy policy and the ongoing importance of coal in the U.S. energy landscape on the Powering America Podcast. He highlights the complexities of energy costs in California, the role of coal as a dispatchable energy source, and the challenges posed by regulatory pressures that limit investment in coal. Winegarden emphasizes the need for a balanced energy strategy that includes coal, natural gas, and nuclear power to ensure grid reliability while addressing environmental concerns.
2026-05-20 · with Wayne Winegarden
