I just read that coal is used to generate ~30% of electricity in Europe, ~50% in the US and ~67% in China. (
Coal to remain energy 'backbone')
While I am not disputing or denying the adverse effects on the environment, of coal mining and use, I wonder whether some of these "green cyber-warriors" on the anti-coal bandwagon consider the amount of coal-related carbon footprint they have with their internet campaigns. I mean, what do they think generates the electricity for their blogs and websites, not only where they live, but also in all the countries all over the world where they hope people will read their messages (and be inspired to renounce their coal-corrupted lifestyle).