O țară dezvoltată trece pe cărbune din cauza crizei energetice: "Trebuie, cumva, să reducem cererea de gaze"

South Korea plans to increase coal usage this winter due to disruptions in liquefied natural gas (LNG) supply caused by the Middle East conflict. The government aims to reduce LNG consumption while relying more on coal and nuclear energy, as stated by Climate Minister Kim Sungwhan. This shift highlights the challenge of balancing long-term climate goals with immediate economic realities, especially given the volatility in energy markets. Despite the increased use of fossil fuels, the government remains committed to transitioning to renewable energy sources. The ongoing conflict has made energy supplier diversification a national security issue, with rising LNG prices impacting the state-owned Korea Electric Power Corp.'s financial situation.