This report examines the current status and future outlook for electricity supply and demand, and clarifies the business risks of new coal-fired power plant projects. It points out that the capacity factor of coal-fired power plants could fall significantly if the new caol-fired power plant projects are realized, or if the demand for electricity decreases.

Report:

Business Risks of New Coal-fired Power Plant Projects in Japan (Link to download page)
Summary of Business Risks of New Coal-fired Power Plant Projects in Japan —The Decline in Capacity Factor and Its Effect on the Business Feasibility (PDF)
Business Risks of New Coal-fired Power Plant Projects in Japan —The Decline in Capacity Factor and Its Effect on the Business Feasibility (Full report – PDF)

Made/Published by: Renewable Energy Institute

Published: September 2017