Chile's release of coal phase-out plan tops energy agenda for 2024 [Gas in Transition]
Chile's release of coal phase-out plan tops energy agenda for 2024 [Gas in Transition]
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Chile's release of coal phase-out plan tops energy agenda for 2024 [Gas in Transition]
Summary
The roadmap is expected to recognise the continued value of natural gas throughout the transition. by: Joseph Murphy
One of the top events on this year’s agenda for Chile’s natural gas industry is the launch of an updated roadmap for phasing out coal-fired generation. Carlos Cortes Simon, Executive Chairman of the Chilean Natural Gas Associaion (AGN), expects the roadmap to recognise “the fundamental role that natural gas plays, and will continue to play in Chile’s energy matrix, throughout the...
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