Italian Environment Minister Gilberto Pichetto Fratin announced that the government is contemplating the restart of coal-fired power plants if gas prices exceed €70 per megawatt-hour. This decision comes amid a growing global energy crisis.
The Italian government has announced a delay in the permanent closure of coal plants until 2038, a decision influenced by the escalating energy crisis stemming from the war in Iran. This move contrasts sharply with other EU nations pushing for renewable energy sources.
The German government is exploring the possibility of restarting previously closed coal power plants as a measure to mitigate soaring energy prices caused by global crises, particularly the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
A Japanese official announced that the government is preparing to lift temporary restrictions on coal-fired power plants to alleviate the energy crisis caused by conflicts in the Middle East. This move comes as Japan faces significant challenges in securing energy supplies amidst rising oil and gas prices.