This document presents the total scope of the framework for the U.S. Coal Project during fiscal years 1976 through 1980. The project was initiated to provide information for appropriate involvement of the Fish and Wildlife Service in U.S. coal development actions.

Meeting our energy needs and protecting the quality of our environment are complementary parts of our national energy planning. The search for energy supplies and the development of new energy sources must go hand-in-hand with clean air, clean water, and a healthy environment. The Office of Environment (EV) has a major responsibility in the Department of Energy (DOE) for assuring that environmental concern are translated into environmental programs and commitments. EV studies the environmental, health and safety effects of all DOE energy programs, overviews the environmental aspects of these programs, and ensures their consistency with environmental and safety laws, regulations, and policies. EV programs support the Department's efforts to achieve the best balance between energy availability and environmental acceptability. This document briefly describes EV activities, summarizes programs for FY 1979, and identifies responsible divisions and offices. Included are funding levels and budgetary trends for EV programs and the energy technologies they support, as well as institutions responsible for performing the EV activities.

Annual report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service describing activities of the organization, expenditures and receipts, and a discussion of other relevant topics for the fiscal year.