Why relying on technology to keep ASEAN’s coal plants running is risky
- Written by Lay Monica, Researcher, Center of Economic and Law Studies (CELIOS)
shutterstockA recent ASEAN Centre for Energy (ACE) report emphasised that to contribute in tackling climate change, ASEAN countries don’t need to immediately phase out all of their coal fleet.
The report asserted that coal will continue to be an essential part of the energy transition. It also stated that by allowing ASEAN countries more time...



