Indonesia's co-firing plan risks extending coal plant lifespans, raising deforestation

Indonesia plans to blend wood biomass into coal-fired power plants as a climate measure, but critics warn the policy will justify keeping aging coal units operational longer while increasing pressure on forests.

First covered Oct 22, 2026 · 5:00 PM PT · 1 article · no longer in the live window

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19d Climate Home News Coal in a green mask: Indonesia’s co-firing plan will harm, not help, the climate — Indonesia's plan to mix in a little wood will give coal-fired power plants an excuse to operate for longer and raise deforestation pressures The post Coal in a…

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Appeared in: 2026-10-23 (#8) · 2026-10-24 (#20)

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