THE OTHER SIDE OF THE STORY

THE OTHER SIDE OF THE STORY


Let’s get Pennsylvania back on track to energy independence

December 15, 2025

The Other Side of the Story with Tom Harris and Todd Royal – Coal mining illustrates the dynamic: federal energy transitions reduced demand, but state-level permitting and environmental rules added costs that hastened closures. Steel and heavy manufacturing faced similar pressures, with regulatory hurdles limiting retooling or expansion. Agriculture, too, struggles under complex labor, land-use, and...