Produced by Texas Utilities Services, this industrial film explains the history of lignite production in East Texas. Lignite is a type of coal commonly found in Texas. The narrator explains the benefits of lignite as an energy source, as well as its limitations and dangers, specifically those impacting the natural environment. He also describes the process of preparing lignite at power stations. The film incorporates interviews, photographs, and live footage to emphasis the topic.

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