Clean coal can help meet Europe’s energy needs: Piebalgs

“Europe’s own abundant coal reserves offer security of supply,” said EU Energy Commissioner Andris Piebalgs. “However, the challenge of global climate change means that coal use must be accompanied by a reduced environmental impact, which means lower emissions.”

Piebalgs said researchers should focus on the viability of zero-emission coal-fired power generation. He said he would ask the European Commission to suggest ways to boost investment in clean coal.

Pravda