Italy’s changing imports
Italy’s energy plan includes an important role for gas through the mid-term. However, the country is almost entirely dependent on imports for its gas supplies – and its supply mix is set to change.
23 July 2019
Battery storage – moving forward in 2019
Falling costs and government policies are expected to help support substantial battery storage capacity expansions this year.
4 July 2019
South Korea – government support for gas
South Korea’s recently approved third energy plan reaffirms the government’s support for gas which will help to boost consumption in the long term but challenges remain.
21 June 2019
Culzean field to support UK gas output
Total is expected to start production from the North Sea field soon, helping to limit the UK’s growing reliance on imported gas.
6 June 2019
Europe – the politics of emissions
Good results for Europe’s Green parties in the EU parliamentary elections will pressure member states to place greater emphasis on reducing emissions.
5 June 2019
The Netherlands – rising import dependence
The Netherlands is expected to become an increasingly large net importer of gas. The country is transitioning away from gas, but this will take time and production is already falling.
24 May 2019
Australian election set to shape electricity market
Australia’s next general election is scheduled for 18 May. A change in government could result in a shift in energy policy – with implications for the power sector.
10 May 2019
Risks to Japanese nuclear could boost LNG imports
Japan could see some of its operational nuclear reactors shut down next year, a move that will likely lead to a rise in the country’s LNG imports.
25 April 2019
Philippines LNG – potential still in question
The Philippines has long been touted as a potential LNG importer and a market with long-term growth potential. However, even with a number of projects moving forward, challenges remain.
18 April 2019
China’s wind capacity to drive global growth this year
After substantial growth in its installed wind capacity in 2018, China expects to see further significant expansion this year despite government efforts to ease its subsidy burden.
2 April 2019
UK hub prices face further pressure
Mild temperatures and strong imports will continue to put pressure on NBP prices.
29 March 2019
New taxes in South Korea will benefit gas and hit coal
South Korea is lowering taxes for LNG and raising them for coal, a move that will benefit gas consumption.
25 March 2019
India sees growing need for LNG
India is facing a growing supply/demand gap when it comes to gas, meaning greater LNG imports will be needed to meet market requirements.
25 March 2019
UK marks world’s first with Drax BECCS facility
The Drax power plant in North Yorkshire has started a pilot programme to capture carbon from bioenergy – a first for the UK and the world.
5 March 2019
Is nuclear falling out of favour?
Nuclear can provide a secure power supply in a low-carbon world, but it faces challenges that need public support and strong policies to overcome.
5 March 2019
Germany – path for gas still not clear
With coal set to follow nuclear in being phased out from Germany’s electricity mix, gas will make gains. However, questions of timing and scale remain.
25 February 2019
Egypt’s ambitious renewables plans move forward
Egyptian solar power capacity is increasing, and substantial growth is planned in the long term.
4 February 2019
Taiwan – limits for gas growth
After years of steady increases, Taiwan’s gas demand growth is expected to face challenges. Capacity limitations and potential policy changes could hit the outlook for growth.
24 January 2019
Europe’s drive to reduce emissions
Europe is moving to bring down emissions via ambitious new targets and developments in the region’s power sector will become increasingly critical to meeting them.
14 January 2019
Minimal gains ahead for Norwegian production
Growth in Norway’s output will be marginal in the coming years and will help provide a floor to European prices.
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