VOICED : Coal keeps grasp on West Virginia despite environment concerns

The video discusses the prevalence of coal mining in West Virginia, highlighting its economic importance and the environmental and health concerns it raises. It explains the process of mountain top removal and its ecological impact. Despite a nationwide shift towards renewable energy, coal remains a significant source of employment in the region, though the industry is in decline, leading to job losses.

What is a significant reason for the continued reliance on coal mining jobs in West Virginia?

• High demand for coal worldwide

• Technological advancements in coal mining

• Government subsidies for coal companies

• Lack of alternative employment opportunities

What environmental process is used by coal companies that involves altering the landscape significantly?

• Open-pit mining

• Deep sea mining

• Mountain top removal

• Fracking

What is a major environmental concern associated with waste from coal sites?

• Air pollution

• Acidification of water bodies

• Deforestation

• Increased greenhouse gas emissions

Between 2008 and 2012, how many jobs were lost in the coal industry nationwide?

• 5,000

• 100,000

• 10,000

• 49,000

What percentage of the labor force in West Virginia is now accounted for by mining and logging?

• 5.5%

• 10%

• 2.7%

• 7.3%