Measures towards more efficient utilization of domestic coal In line with various measures being taken in view of increasing power demand, Power Ministry has amended the methodology for use of coal (allocated to states) by Private Power generating stations (IPPs). Larger visibility has been given to the power plants by extending the period of supply of […]
Amit Shah meets Power, Coal, Railway ministers on power situation – EQ Mag Pro
The thermal power companies are facing shortage of low ash coal because of the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war as they were unable to get coal loads from Russia. As many as 12 states are facing nominal power cuts now a days because of less coal supply Thermal power companies are facing shortage of low ash coal […]
Myth vs Facts – EQ Mag Pro
Coal Supply to Maharashtra Increased Considerably in April, 2022 The Ministry of Coal has clarified that the Government of Maharashtra is receiving more coal at present than in March this year. In response to a news item appearing in a section of the Media, the Ministry stated that as of now, the State is meeting […]
Greens pitch $500m ‘green steel bank’ to accelerate coal phase-out – EQ Mag Pro
The Australian Greens would invest $500 million to establish a green steel manufacturing industry in Australia that the party says will accelerate the shift away from using coal and create new high-value export opportunities. Announcing the plan from the steelmaking hub of Port Kembla in the Illawarra region, Greens leader Adam Bandt said the party […]
Cabinet approves policy for use of land acquired under CBA Act – EQ Mag Pro
New Delhi [India] : The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved the policy for use of land acquired under the Coal Bearing Areas (Acquisition & Development) Act, 1957 [CBA Act]. The Cabinet said that it was done with the objectives of facilitating utilization of lands that are mined out or are practically unsuitable for coal mining […]
Union Power Minister reviews operation of imported coal based plants and import of coal for blending by the States – EQ Mag Pro
Tolling to be allowed for State Gencos to optimally utilize linkage coal. Shri R. K. Singh urges States to import coal for blending purpose upto 10 percent to ensure adequate coal stocks for uninterrupted power supply Issues of operationalizing all ICB plants taken up In order to avoid long distance coal transport in respect of […]
CIL supplied 3.32 Lakh tonne Coal per day to the Non-Power sector in FY 21-22 – EQ Mag Pro
Coal import for non-power sector from April to January was 141.55 MT and 150.59 MT in 2020-21 and 2021-2022 respectively. New Delhi: Coal India Limited (CIL), the largest coal mining and refining corporation has supplied coal to the Non-Power sector to the tune of 3.32 Lakh tonne per day in FY 2021-22. At present Coal […]
Steps by Government to increase the coal supply to power plants – EQ Mag Pro
The Government has taken the following measures to increase the coal supply to power plants: To help the power plants in enhancing their coal stock, CIL has offered about 5.2 MT coal in October, 2021 and 6 MT coal in December, 2021 from its various subsidiaries to State/Central Gencos for lifting through (Road-Cum-Rail) RCR/Road mode. […]
Coal Centric Indian Economy Demand Likely to Touch 1.5 Billion-Ton By 2030 – EQ Mag Pro
Demand Likely to Touch 1.5 Billion Ton By 2030 In India, energy transition away from coal is not happening during the foreseeable future. Although there will be push for renewable/non-fossil based energy, but share of coal in the energy basket is going to remain significant in years ahead. Coal demand in the country is yet […]
Ministry of Power issues circular for taking timely action for adequate coal availability for power generation – EQ Mag Pro
Domestic coal supply to be made proportional to the coal received from CIL/SCCL for all the Gencos. Not maintaining adequate fuel stocks or not giving availability on any pretext (such as high price of imported coal etc) inexcusable : Ministry of Power States may ensure implementation of PPA with ICB plants with necessary contractual interventions […]