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China unveils tough measures to curb air pollution, setting limits on coal use
The Chinese government will introduce new comprehensive measure as it envisages curbing gradually coal consumption and halting polluting mills, factories and smelters by 2017.
read more... 13/09/2013
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