Utilities Want Coal Ash Reuse Included In Greenhouse Gas Registry

The utility industry is urging the Department of Energy (DOE) to consider reductions in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions resulting from reusing coal combustion waste (CCW), as the department develops a voluntary registry highlighting U.S. efforts to address global warming. In June 22 comments submitted to DOE on draft "Guidelines for Voluntary Greenhouse Gas Reporting," the Utility Solid Waste Activities Group (USWAG) maintains CCW reuse should be included in the registry because it reduces energy use and the need to produce...