Mountaintop Removal Mining

Mountaintop Removal Mining (MTR) is a method of coal mining where entire mountain tops are blasted off to access coal seams below. This process involves clear-cutting forests and removing large amounts of rock, which can lead to serious environmental issues, including habitat destruction, water pollution, and landscape alteration. The debris is often displaced into nearby valleys, affecting streams and ecosystems. While MTR can be cost-effective and efficient for coal extraction, it has raised significant concerns among environmentalists, local communities, and health advocates due to its destructive impact on the environment and quality of life.