As the global energy landscape continues to be shaped by the ongoing conflict between the US and Iran, governments in Asia are taking drastic measures to mitigate the devastating impact on their energy supplies. In a move that has sparked widespread concern among climate experts, South Korea and the Philippines are set to increase their reliance on coal-fired power plants, despite the fuel's notorious environmental harm. The decision comes as the region grapples with massive energy shortfalls, with coal being seen as a short-term solution to meet growing demand. However, experts warn that this strategy may ultimately exacerbate the very crisis it aims to address, highlighting the need for a more sustainable and renewable energy approach.
South Korea will delay the shutdown of coal-fired plants, while the Philippines also plans to boost the output of its coal-burning plantsGovernments across Asia are ramping up their use of coal, the dirtiest fossil fuel, as they try to cover huge energy shortfalls triggered by the US-Israel war on Iran.The move has triggered warnings from climate experts who point to coal’s devastating environmental impact, and say the energy crisis should be a wake up call for governments to invest in renewables, which can offer a more stable supply that is not exposed to price shocks. Continue reading...
