§ 13340. Low-rank coal research and development  


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  • The Secretary shall pursue a program of research and development with respect to the technologies needed to expand the use of low-rank coals which take into account the unique properties of lignites and sub-bituminous coals, including, but not limited to, the following areas— (1) high value-added carbon products; (2) fuel cell applications; (3) emissions control and combustion efficiencies; (4) coal water fuels and underground coal gasification; (5) distillates; and (6) any other technologies which will assist in the development of niche markets for lignites and sub-bituminous coals.
(Pub. L. 102–486, title XIII, § 1310, Oct. 24, 1992, 106 Stat. 2975.)