繁荣与衰落2024—追踪全球燃煤电厂开发
AI智能总结BOOM AND BUST COAL 2024 REPORT
Published by: Global Energy Monitor, CREA, E3G, Reclaim Finance, Sierra Club, SFOC, Kiko Network, CAN Europe, Bangladesh Groups, Trend Asia, Alliance for Climate Justice and Clean Energy, Chile Sustentable, POLEN Transiciones Justas, Iniciativa Climática de México, and Arayara
About the Cover
"Power Plant Smokestack Demolition" by Ted Shaffray. The image shows the demolition of the smokestack from the former B.L. England Generating Station in New Jersey, USA. The coal and oil-burning power plant was retired in 2019, making way for the site to be repurposed for offshore wind farms.
Key Organizations
- Global Energy Monitor (GEM): Develops and analyzes data on energy infrastructure, resources, and uses.
- Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA): Focuses on revealing the trends, causes, and health impacts of air pollution and promoting clean energy.
- E3G: An independent climate change think tank working on climate politics, economics, and policies.
- Reclaim Finance: A non-governmental organization dedicated to social and climate justice, focusing on accelerating the decarbonization of financial flows.
- Sierra Club: America's largest grassroots environmental organization, advocating for clean energy and environmental protection.
- Solutions for Our Climate (SFOC): Conducts research on solutions for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and expanding renewables.
- Kiko Network: A Japanese environmental NGO working with local communities to tackle climate change.
- Climate Action Network Europe (CAN Europe): Europe’s leading NGO coalition fighting dangerous climate change.
- Bangladesh Groups (BWGED, CLEAN, WKA & DHORA): Organizations working to stop unjust and dirty loans affecting the environment and livelihoods in Bangladesh.
- Trend Asia: An independent civil society organization accelerating energy transformation and sustainable development in Asia.
- Alliance for Climate Justice and Clean Energy (ACJCE): A civil society network striving for a transition in Pakistan’s energy sector.
- Chile Sustentable: An initiative dedicated to analyzing and designing new public policies on water, energy, and biodiversity.
- POLEN Transiciones Justas: A Colombian think tank focused on a post-fossil and just future.
- Iniciativa Climática de México (ICM): A non-profit organization influencing climate change decision-making.
- Arayara: A Brazilian non-profit organization promoting a fair energy transition and reducing GHG emissions.
Summary
The report focuses on the current and projected trends in coal plant construction and retirement globally. It highlights the ongoing efforts by various organizations to promote a shift towards renewable energy sources and reduce carbon emissions. Key themes include:
- Demolition of Coal Plants: The report showcases the demolition of the B.L. England Generating Station in New Jersey, marking a significant step towards transitioning to renewable energy.
- Organizations' Roles: Various organizations like GEM, CREA, E3G, and others are actively involved in researching and advocating for sustainable energy solutions.
- Regional Efforts: The report covers initiatives in different regions, including North America, Europe, Asia, and Latin America, highlighting the diverse approaches to addressing climate change.
- Focus on Renewable Energy: There is a strong emphasis on promoting renewable energy and reducing reliance on fossil fuels, with a particular focus on wind energy and other clean technologies.
This comprehensive overview underscores the global commitment to combat climate change through strategic energy transitions and sustainable practices.
