Public examination of Drax Repower plan ends
The Planning Inspectorate’s public examination of Drax’s application for a Development Consent Order at its Repower project in Yorkshire closed yesterday.
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Jeff Bloczynski returns to ACCCE policy team
Jeff Bloczynski will focus on federal and state regulations and policies including wholesale market reforms, environmental regulations, and technologies to support the coal fleet of the future.
CD Cargo takes over supply of Werndorf power plant
CD Cargo has begun supplying coal to the Werndorf power plant via its train wagons.
Ncondezi Energy announces exercise of warrants
Ncondezi Energy confirms receipt of an exercise notice in relation to 500 000 warrants.
First non-European insurer restricts coal insurance
Australia’s QBE will stop insuring new thermal coal mines, power plants and transport networks from 1 July.
Australia’s Labor policy falls short on reducing emissions and costs
As a major resources and energy exporter and a large country with a relatively small population, Australia needs a climate change policy that recognises the high relative emissions intensity of the country’s economy, say MCA.
Energy policies should be technology neutral so as not to damage Australia’s economy
A diverse energy mix is the key to affordability, reliability and lower emissions, says the Minerals Council of Australia.
GE Steam Power helps CPHGC in Pakistan reach power plant milestone three months early
The first of two supercritical turbines from GE Steam Power has successfully synchronised to Pakistan’s national grid at China Power Hub Generation Company’s (CPHGC) new power plant.
Broad approach necessary for securing new investment in reliable power for Australians
Australia’s short-list of projects for detailed consideration through the Underwriting New Generation Investment programme is a welcome start in ensuring the country’s electricity system is capable of delivering affordable power with lower emissions.
Wood Mackenzie comments on China's thermal coal import restriction
China's import restriction on Australian thermal coal could mean a game of musical chairs for producers.
The surprisingly sustainable case for coal
Glenn Kellow, WCA Chairman and President & Chief Executive at Peabody, provides insight into sustainable coal.
SSE to close one of its units at Fiddler’s Ferry power plant
SSE’s Board has decided to close one of its four coal units at Fiddler’s Ferry power plant in Cheshire (UK).
Kibo provides an update on its Benga power project
Kibo Energy PLC has provided an update on its Benga power plant project in Mozambique, with a key highlight being its Definitive Feasibility Study being completed ahead of schedule and an investigation into the integration of renewable energy into the project.
Progress on AUSC superalloy technology and process builds on nearly two decades of NETL-led R&D
The aim is to significantly advance technology readiness of AUSC technology by manufacturing full-scale AUSC components from nickel superalloys and other advanced alloys.
Coaltrans Cairo: Coal is not phased out in the Middle East
The Coaltrans Middle East conference in Cairo has shown that coal will still supply up to 12% of the power in some Gulf countries by 2050.