"KySEA's mission fits perfectly with ours. We have been hoping that a statewide consortium would come together so that we can extend the impact of our local work."
- Tona Barkley
In the history of coal in America, Harlan County, Kentucky is legendary for its coal heritage, especially for the efforts of its people to organize for better living and working conditions. Labor unrest in the 1930s led to the county being referred to as “Bloody Harlan.” That same passion for progress and tradition of organizing continues today as Harlan County residents work to diversify their energy economy.
