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news.google.comfinance10 days ago
Japan's LNG Imports Fall 7 Percent as Utilities Shift to Coal
Japan generated 17.3 terawatt-hours from gas-fired plants in June, down 16 percent from the prior year. Coal-fired generation rose 4.6 percent over the same period.
news.google.comfinance10 days ago
India Coal Power Generation Rose 14 Percent in June
Coal-fired electricity output reached 120.20 billion kWh last month, the highest share since November 2023. Hotter, drier weather increased demand while hydropower and gas generation declined.
cnbc.combusiness12 days ago
U.S. Companies Projected to Spend $50 Billion on Coal and Gas Power Plants in 2026, Surpassing China by $3 Billion
U.S. spending on coal- and gas-fired generation will exceed China’s for the first time in decades, driven by data-center demand and gas-turbine orders. The International Energy Agency projects a $3 billion gap this year.
Semaforfinance13 days ago
China Sets 50 Percent Non-Hydrocarbon Electricity Target for 2030 While Adding Most New Global Coal Capacity
Beijing's latest five-year plan, released in June 2026, calls for half of electricity from non-hydrocarbon sources by 2030. The strategy maintains heavy spending on both coal and renewables.
pandaily.comfinance17 days ago
China's Five-Year Energy Plan Sets 30% Clean Power Target While Allowing Coal Capacity Growth
Chinese authorities released a five-year energy plan that permits continued expansion of coal power while setting a 30 percent clean-energy target for 2030. The plan positions coal as a flexible backstop for electricity supply.
Semaforworld17 days ago
Ukraine’s Largest Energy Company Pledges to Close All Coal Plants by 2035, Citing War Damage and Grid Needs
Ukraine’s largest energy company released its first energy transition plan this week, pledging to shut its coal-fired fleet and expand wind, solar, batteries and grids. The targets include a 90 percent cut in full-scope emissions from 2023 levels by 2050.
Semaforworld18 days ago
Ukraine’s Largest Energy Company to Close All Coal Plants by 2035 and Raise Renewables Spending
DTEK released its first energy transition plan this week. The firm pledged to shut its coal fleet and expand renewables while rebuilding a more resilient grid after years of attacks.
japantimes.co.jppolitics29 days ago
U.S. Solar Generation Exceeded Coal in May 2026 While Federal Funds Supported Coal Upgrades
@ABC reported that solar supplied 12.8% of U.S. electricity in May while coal supplied 12.2%. Two reports released this week documented record solar output and continued capacity growth.
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vtdigger.orgfinance30 days ago
Solar tops coal in U.S. power generation for first time
Solar generation reached 12.8 percent of U.S. electricity output in May while coal fell to 12.2 percent, the first full month solar has led coal. Solar and battery storage made up 91 percent of new U.S. power capacity added in the first quarter of 2026.
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Washington Examinerpolitics32 days ago
Solar Surpassed Coal in U.S. Electricity Generation Last Month
Ember reported solar produced more power than coal for the first time on record. Solar now ranks third behind gas and nuclear.
Abc Newspolitics33 days ago
Solar supplied more U.S. electricity than coal for first time in May
Data from Ember and the Solar Energy Industries Association show solar generation reached 12.8 percent of U.S. electricity in May while coal fell to 12.2 percent. Solar also became the third-largest source behind natural gas and nuclear.
ibtimes.co.ukfinance34 days ago
Indian Steelmakers Explore Russian Coking Coal Purchases
State-controlled firms Steel Authority of India and NMDC Ltd sent officials to Russia last month to discuss buying coking coal assets. The visits follow India's January designation of coking coal as a critical mineral.
marketwatch.comfinance35 days ago
Asian Coal Prices Rise to Two-Year High as Indonesia Tightens Export Rules Amid Surging Demand from Middle East Conflict
Benchmark coal prices in Asia reached their highest level in almost two years after Indonesia announced new export controls on coal and other commodities.
Inside Climate Newsscience36 days ago
Trump Announces $700M in Coal Plant Grants and Plans for New Facilities Under Defense Production Act
President Trump announced grants to protect 14 coal plants and 42 coalmines while directing construction of two new coal plants and one export terminal.
thehindu.compolitics38 days ago
President Trump Announces $700 Million Coal Investment and New Plant in West Virginia
President Trump announced a $700 million investment in coal along with plans to build the first coal-fired power plant in the United States since 2013. The project will be located in West Virginia.
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DOE Awards Duke Energy $28.4M Grant to Upgrade Roxboro Coal Units Scheduled to Retire by 2034
The U.S. Department of Energy will award $28.4 million to Duke Energy for boiler, turbine and pulverizer work at Units 2 and 3. The utility will add $44 million in ratepayer funds, with work scheduled between 2027 and 2029.
Semaforpolitics39 days ago
U.S. Allocates Nearly $700 Million to Support Coal Production and Infrastructure
President Trump directed nearly $700 million to coal plants and infrastructure on June 4 using Cold War-era authorities. The move forms part of an effort to increase output of oil, gas, and coal.
Los Angeles Timespolitics39 days agoUpdated
Trump Announces $700 Million Investment in Coal Plants and Oakland Export Terminal
The funding will support upgrades at 13 existing plants, construction of two new plants, and a coal export terminal in California. The announcement was made from the Oval Office on Thursday.
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realitytea.comfinance39 days ago
Trump to Allocate $700M via Defense Production Act to Upgrade Coal Plants and Related Projects
President Donald Trump intends to allocate $700 million under the 1950 Defense Production Act to modernize more than 12 coal facilities and related infrastructure.
automotiveworld.comfinance43 days ago
China Adds Record 92 GW of Thermal Power Capacity in 2025
China added about 92 gigawatts of thermal power capacity in 2025, a 70 percent increase from the prior year and the largest annual rise since tracking began in 2008. The country also filed requests for 51 gigawatts of new coal capacity in the first quarter of 2026.
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nationalpost.comfinance50 days ago
China Increases Coal Use in Chemical Production
China is increasing coal-to-chemicals output as oil and gas prices remain elevated. Data show lower coal production and imports in the first four months of 2026, yet overall consumption continues to rise.
opindia.comfinance52 days ago
India Power Demand Hits Record 271 GW in Hot Weather
India's power demand hit a new peak of 271 gigawatts on Thursday. Thermal generation, mostly from coal, supplied 62 percent of electricity while solar covered 22 percent.
financialpost.comfinance54 days ago
Energy Crisis Prompts Several Countries to Increase Coal Use
Rising gas prices and supply disruptions linked to the Middle East crisis are prompting countries including India, South Korea, Germany, and Italy to rely more on coal. Governments that had pledged to phase out coal are delaying shutdowns and extending plant lifetimes.
Washington Examinerpolitics54 days ago
Railroads Continue to Transport Most U.S. Coal and Ethanol Shipments
Railroads carry 75 percent of coal and 60 to 70 percent of ethanol shipments. The Railway Safety Act would affect this transportation method.
finance54 days ago
Indonesia Plans State Control of Key Commodity Exports
Indonesia is preparing to take control of major commodity exports. Coal miners, palm-oil producers and traders are seeking details on the new policy.
raskmedia.com.aufinance56 days ago
IEA Releases Global Energy Review 2026
The International Energy Agency published its Global Energy Review 2026 covering trends in oil, natural gas, coal, electricity demand, solar and wind power, and nuclear energy. The report examines worldwide energy production and consumption patterns.
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finance57 days ago
Data centers drive higher electricity demand and coal use
Power demand from data centers is projected to require 90-100 gigawatts of additional capacity. Coal currently supplies 15-17 percent of U.S. electricity after declining from 50 percent in 2007. Utilities may retain or restart coal plants to meet the projected load.
Oscar Mothes / Wikimedia (Public domain)finance92 days ago
Coal Supply in 17th Century London as Energy Security Case Study
By the early 17th century, coal had become the primary fuel in London and southeast England towns, replacing wood for domestic heating and most manufacturing except iron-making. This shift is examined as a case study in energy security. The development highlights historical depen…
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themarketherald.com.aufinance93 days ago
Energy Prices Decline Across Commodities for Week Ending April 9
Dated Brent oil decreased by 10.9 percent from April 2 to April 9, according to a report on energy market impacts. West Texas Intermediate crude oil fell by 13.4 percent over the same period. European natural gas, coal, and German power prices also recorded declines.
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