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Japan starts regulatory discussions on phasing out inefficient coal-fired power plants

from S&P Global

Japan starts regulatory discussions on phasing out inefficient coal-fired power plants S&P Global Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry Aug. 7 launched formal policy discussions to consider a regulatory framework to ensure the country phases out inefficient coal-fired power plants by 2030, with measures including limiting new construction of inefficient plants. The latest move followed a directive announced July 3 by Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Hiroshi Kajiyama to start drawing up a new, more effective framework to ensure the phasing out of inefficient coal-fired power plants by 2030 as part of Japan's strategic energy plan. READ MORE

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