The Future of American Coal Technology | Steve Winberg Live from Miami

Recorded live at the Miami Coal Forum, this episode of Coal Nation features host Kelli Sweet in conversation with Steve Winberg, President of Engineering at Powerscape Global and former Acting Undersecretary of Infrastructure and Assistant Secretary for Fossil Energy at the U.S. Department of Energy. The discussion focuses on the future of American coal through the lens of innovation and advanced technology. Steve introduces the proposed American Advanced Coal Technology (ACT) Initiative, a concept focused on developing and deploying next-generation coal technologies capable of supporting reliable, long-term energy production in the United States and abroad. The episode also explores the challenges facing America’s aging coal fleet, coal export infrastructure, new source review concerns, and the importance of technology in addressing environmental expectations while maintaining reliable baseload energy. From coal exports and permitting challenges to energy security and AI-driven electricity demand, this conversation highlights why many industry leaders continue to see coal playing an important role in the future global energy mix.