"Burning more coal risks worsening smog in major cities, slowing the transition to renewable energy and increasing the region's planet-warming emissions. Coal is a short-term fix, experts say, while renewables are the long-term solution."
"This kind of crisis is a real sort of warning. Continued reliance on coal exposes Asia to future shocks, said Julia Skorupska of the global coalition Powering Past Coal Alliance."
"Coal is integral to Asia's emergency energy plans. Its wide availability in Asia makes it the default backup when renewables or gas fall short, said Sandeep Pai, an energy expert at Duke University."
Asian nations are reverting to coal as the Iran war disrupts oil and gas supplies, relying heavily on imported fuel. The region's energy security is threatened, with countries like India and South Korea increasing coal usage to meet rising demand. While LNG is cleaner than coal, its shortfalls are prompting a return to coal, which exacerbates pollution and delays the transition to renewable energy. Experts warn that continued reliance on coal poses risks for future energy stability in Asia.
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