Plugged In: the energy news podcast
Plugged In: the energy news podcast
Montel News
Coal makes a comeback
31 minutes Posted Apr 2, 2026 at 6:00 am.
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In this episode of Plugged In, we turn to a topic we haven’t covered often; but one that’s rapidly moving back into the spotlight: coal. As war in the Middle East disrupts LNG supply chains and drives gas prices sharply higher, European power markets are being forced to adapt. With gas-fired generation becoming increasingly expensive, coal is, at least temporarily, regaining economic relevance. We’re now seeing early signs of increased coal imports, particularly in key markets like Germany, a...