Japan faces nuclear challenge
Nuclear generation is central to Japan’s emission reduction goals, but setbacks, further delays and potential political shifts could change the country’s plans for nuclear power.
6 November 2019
Offshore wind on the rise
Offshore wind trails behind onshore capacity in countries which lead in wind power generation. However, growth in offshore wind could be huge.
5 November 2019
The UK facing growing need for LNG
The UK’s import dependency is set to rise over the next five years - at a time when the share of LNG in the country’s import mix is also set to grow.
17 October 2019
France’s nuclear challenge
Problems affecting French nuclear reactors hit European gas and power prices last month. As France is a major regional electricity exporter, the future of its nuclear output will have an impact on Europe’s power balance.
8 October 2019
Pressure mounts for action on emissions
Last month’s UN Climate Action Summit heard louder calls for greater action in the fight against climate change.
7 October 2019
The limits to China’s LNG growth
China’s gas market growth has eased and is expected to slow further, which will have implications for the speed at which the country can expand its LNG imports.
23 September 2019
India – the challenge of rising power demand
India’s increasing demand for electricity will be met by greater levels of renewable output, but higher levels of coal-fired power generation will also be needed.
9 September 2019
A clean lifeline for coal?
The coal sector is facing economic and environmental challenges that threaten future demand, but there is still room for growth in some markets.
5 September 2019
Groningen declines could gather pace
Dutch gas production may fall more quickly as the pressure on the Groningen field mounts.
2 September 2019
High temperatures boost LNG demand in Japan
Above-average temperatures are supporting Japanese LNG imports.
27 August 2019
Pakistan’s LNG imports – crucial to the country
Greater volumes of imported LNG are essential to gas market growth in Pakistan, and private initiatives look likely to go ahead. However, the pace of growth is still likely to fall short of government targets.
16 August 2019
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.
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