Coal would be one of the quickest ways to ramp up power generation, but the option is unpopular in Burma.
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Rural Burma still lit by candles, kerosene and batteries
Generators are expensive. Pact says one hour of diesel power in rural Burma costs roughly the same as 24 hours of power in Rangoon.
Burma to shun coal, boost hydro in quest for energy
Burma looks to hike the planned share of hydropower in its energy mix at the cost of polluting coal as it tries to attract foreign investment.
'Conservation should be a major concern': Myanmar Green Network
Devi Thant Cin of the Myanmar Green Network explains why she opposes planned coal plants and what environmental reforms an NLD government should introduce.
Thai power plant awaits approval in Myeik
A Thai government-backed utilities provider is awaiting approval from the Burmese government to launch a new ‘clean-coal’ power plant in Myeik.
Everyone will benefit from Myeik power plant, says Burmese developer
DVB speaks with Ye Min Aung on the potential benefits of the Myeik coal-fired power plant.