Bob Burton & Ashish Fernandes
Governments India News & Commentary Renewables
Another coal domino falls as India revises billion tonnes a year target
With about 72 million tonnes of coal stockpiled at mines and power stations,enough fuel for over 50 days operation – and power demand growth running lower than forecast.
Governments India News & Commentary
Cross currents hit India Government’s grand coal expansion plans
India Government’s plan to dramatically expand coal power production is being buffeted by growing concern about worsening air quality, sluggish power demand.
Facing opposition to domestic coal plant plans, Adani is desperately trying to reinvent itself as a solar company before it is swept aside by more adaptable rivals.
Despite the Indian Government’s determination to double or even triple domestic coal production, a new report warning the crisis could get far, far worse.
Growing mountains of coal stockpiles in India has led to several mines temporarily halting production, with major implications for Australian projects.
