Russia tightens grip on Europe’s coal market
Lower shipping rates and a relatively weak ruble allowed Russia to strengthen its position as Europe’s main coal supplier in Q2.
2 days ago
Oldest US carbon market may double in size with new members
Cap-and-trade looks set to take a big step forward in the land of its birth, which should benefit gas and renewables over coal.
4 days ago
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.
5 days ago
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.
6 days ago
EU carbon prices see sell-off on economic woes
EU carbon allowances have traded lower recently, with fears over a global recession and a hard Brexit weighing on prices.
6 days ago
Gas gains EU power market share in Q2
Lower prices for gas versus coal and higher prices for EU carbon allowances helped gas gain market share in the European power mix over the second quarter of this year.
6 days ago
Ireland-France power link brings both risks and rewards
The Celtic Interconnector may reduce Ireland’s reliance on gas-fired power, but it will expose the Irish market to periods of supply shortages on the continent.
3 October 2019
Nuclear worries boost UK outlook for gas-to-power
The challenges facing the UK’s nuclear industry mean gas looks well-placed to defend or increase its market share and play a back-up role for renewables over the next decade.
27 September 2019
Hungary’s 2030 pledge to end coal likely to be too optimistic
Gas is in a good position to squeeze coal in Hungary’s power mix from 2020, but the country is unlikely to completely phase coal out by 2030 despite recent pledges.
26 September 2019
Ghana looks to renegotiate IPP contracts
Ghana’s government is stepping in to renegotiate take-or-pay arrangements with independent gas-to-power producers, a move that faces strong opposition but could help speed up gasification of the economy.
26 September 2019
Greek coal shutdown requires radical rethink
Greece’s plan to phase out coal-fired power by 2028 will require major changes to the country’s generation mix, ostensibly with more reliance on renewables and gas.
25 September 2019
Europe’s retreat from coal forces shifts in seaborne trade
Lower demand for coal in Europe means major suppliers are shipping more to Asia instead, potentially keeping a lid on price gains in the short term.
24 September 2019
UK auction signals future boost to offshore wind
With the roll-out of offshore wind projects in the UK beating expectations, gas may face a challenge to its profitability in the long run.
23 September 2019
Germany may see race to end coal before 2038 deadline
The economics suggest Germany’s coal phase-out could be completed well in advance of 2038, with the first auction for government compensation expected in June next year.
12 September 2019
Power exchange no fix for Guangdong gas power
The commercial prospects of the gas-to-power sector in Guangdong province remain dim, nearly three years after local power producers were permitted to seek better prices for their output on a regional exchange.
12 September 2019
Ghana prepares to switch powership to gas
The 470 MW vessel has successfully been relocated to the country’s southwestern coast, but the switch from fuel oil to gas has been pushed back by a few weeks.
11 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
Nigeria looks to reboot failing power sector
Nigeria’s federal government is turning to old methods to turn around its failing power market, but it will not get far without significant improvements in governance.
5 September 2019
Germany’s onshore wind decline opens door for gas
The declining rate of expansion in German wind farms seen in H1 may signal opportunities for gas to expand its share of the energy mix.
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