About us

Families Organized to Represent the Coal Economy (F.O.R.C.E.) is dedicated to promoting the importance of Pennsylvania's coal industry and the value of a healthy coal economy. F.O.R.C.E. represents the tens of thousands of owners, employees, and families that benefit through job and business opportunities thanks to Pennsylvania's coal industry.

Also known as F.O.R.C.E. - Families for PA Coal, the advocacy group was organized in 2004 as a voice for all those who rely on a healthy coal economy. The organization provides accurate and balanced information to Pennsylvania citizens about the benefits of a healthy coal industry, a critical business for our country's energy and economic needs.

In Pennyslvania, there are approximately 8,000 direct mining jobs and more than 40,000 indirect or support jobs created to support and service Pennsylvania's mines. As the fourth largest coal producing state in the nation, these jobs and business opportunities are important not only for our members employment but for their vital, overall contribution to the Pennnsylvania economy.

F.O.R.C.E. members believe that Pennsylvania's prosperity and growth depend upon reliable, affordable energy and that every Pennsylvanian should have access to affordable, reliable, clean electricity. Coal fueled electricity can provide all three.