IEEFA

The Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) examines issues related to energy markets, trends, and policies. It aims to accelerate the transition to a diverse, sustainable and profitable energy economy.

Why imported LNG is not the ‘bridging fuel’ in China’s energy transition

Coal generation costs lower by $30 to $40 per MWh than natural gas-fired generation. 

IEEFA finds issues in seven proposed nuclear plants in Australia

Cost, timing, and compatibility were amongst those pointed out.

Oil supply glut seen to weigh on Australia's LNG sector: IEEFA

IEEFA warned this will be coupled by excess supply in the LNG industry itself.

Expansion of Indonesia’s coal plants delay 2030 decarbonisation target: IEEFA

Two big-time plants could add 53 mt of carbon emissions if they increase capacity.

What will affect Australia’s LNG exports amidst shifting global market?

It may be time for Australia to develop other export market.

IEEFA calls for stricter regulations as $1.8b supernormal profits burden consumers

This was driven by under-forecasting which was left unchecked for years.

Bangladesh's energy efficiency boost may save $460M in LNG costs

Gas-fired power plants with low efficiency use more gas annually.

India's renewable energy tender issuances reach record 69 GW

Solar and wind tenders comprised 57% of the total tenders.

LNG sector faces oversupply amidst sluggish demand growth

Global LNG supply will grow 40% in five years from 2023 to reach 666.5 mtpa by 2028.

Water risks cost coal industry billions in losses

Intensified climate impacts drive financial, operational challenges.

South Korea's fossil fuel dependence raises power costs

High reliance on LNG and slow renewable transition inflated electricity bills, impacting competitiveness.

India seeks skilled workforce for coal transition

Strategies and financial instruments are key to a sustainable shift.

High import duties stifle Bangladesh's rooftop solar growth

There is an information asymmetry within the sector.

India bolsters renewable grid with energy storage systems

ESS will drive investment in India's expanding renewable grid.

India's private sector fuels green hydrogen drive

Increased private investment and policy support boost India's green hydrogen ambitions.