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France’s Alstom interested in the construction of Poland’s 900 MW power project
France’s Alstom , which is a global leader in the world of power generation, is eyeing a key role in the construction of two new 900 MW coal-fired plants.
read more... 12/09/2013
CO2 emissions to drop in China in the next years to come
Renewables in China are expected to continue to lead the market, together with an increased dependence on natural gas, meaning that emissions from the sector are expected to peak in 2027 as coal's share of the energy mix falls to 44 % in 2030 from 67% in 2012.
read more... 03/09/2013
Coal future in Europe
Because of the current low prices of coal and carbon allowances, coal has revived as an economically interesting input for power generation in Europe. The economic advantage of coal over natural gas poses major questions for the already troubled gas fired power plants, meanwhile the EU wants to see a shift from coal-fired power generation towards renewables and gas, which are emitting less greenhouse gasses into the atmosphere than power generated from coal.
read more... 03/09/2013
Daily: EU coal prices decreased on dollar growth
Brent crude prices boosted to a six- month peak on Wednesday, as the menace of Western countries involvement in the Syrian conflict augmented fears over Middle East oil supplies. Brent futures for October delivery increased $2.25 to settle at $116.61. During the session Brent futures reached a six-month high, at $117.34. U.S. crude futures was up $1.09 at $110.10 per barrel.
read more... 29/08/2013
China’s generation capacity to double by 2030
China is likely to more than double its generation capacity by 2030, with half of all new plants powered by renewable sources including large hydro, while coal will remain the most important fuel. China’s total power generating capacity would almost double by 2030 to 2.7 terawatts.
read more... 28/08/2013