Global electricity production from coal is on track to fall by around 3% in 2019, the largest drop on record
This would amount to a reduction of around 300 terawatt hours (TWh), more than the combined total output from coal in Germany, Spain and the UK last year. The analysis is based on monthly electricity sector data from around the world for the first seven to 10 months of the year, depending on data availability […]
New minister will likely seek to open power sector and cut subsidies
Transition team is preparing a set of proposals for Admiral Bento Albuquerque that may end incentives for renewable sources.
Brazil Energy Ministry Gets an Admiral to Tackle Privatizations
Brazil’s energy and mines ministry will be led by a former submarine commander who is currently in charge of the navy’s nuclear division.
New Infrastructure minister wants to accelerate privatizations
Tarcísio Freitas promises to continue handing airports over to private sector and says government will prioritize carrying out stalled projects