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A mountaintop-removal coal mine outside of Appalachia
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A mountaintop-removal coal mine outside of Appalachia
A mountaintop-removal coal mine outside of Appalachia, Virginia, U.S. August 13, 2019. Picture taken on August 13, 2019. REUTERS/Charles Mostoller
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This print captures the stark reality of a mountaintop-removal coal mine located outside of Appalachia, Virginia. Taken by renowned photographer Charles Mostoller on August 13,2019, this image showcases the immense scale and impact of the coal mining industry on both the environment and local communities. The photograph portrays an industrial landscape that contrasts sharply with the surrounding rural beauty. The open sky above is filled with billowing clouds, serving as a reminder of nature's resilience in the face of human intervention. With no people present in the frame, attention is drawn solely to the mountain itself - once majestic but now scarred by extensive mining activities. This powerful visual narrative prompts reflection on our reliance on fossil fuels for energy production. It highlights not only the environmental consequences associated with extracting coal but also raises questions about sustainable alternatives and their potential to preserve these natural landscapes for future generations. Through creative use of composition and lighting, Mostoller skillfully captures both the grandeur and devastation inherent in this scene. This thought-provoking photo serves as a poignant reminder that our choices regarding energy sources have far-reaching implications for our planet's delicate balance between progress and preservation.
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