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Indonesia Coal Plant Closure U-Turn Sows Energy Transition Doubts
The government cited the plant's efficient technology and concerns over electricity prices amid limited access to $3.4 billion in Just Energy Transition Partnership funds.
- The Indonesian government reversed its decision to shut down the Cirebon-1 coal power plant due to uncertain funding for replacement capacity, despite plans to transition away from coal.
- Many locals around the plant report increased respiratory problems and other impacts, with one study linking emissions to over 400 annual deaths.
- While some rely on the plant for employment, others have lost faith in the government's commitments after the reversal on closing Cirebon-1.
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