The Political Economy of Coal Phase-Out

Abstract

Phasing out coal is an essential element of the global energy transition. At the same time, the coal industry exhibits a high degree of local entrenchment, labor mobilization and cultural identification among workers. Employment impacts from coal phase-out policies are highly localized, increasing their visibility and political salience. This panel brings together papers exploring the political economy of coal phase-out in a wide range of countries aimed at distilling related lessons for furthering a global transition to sustainable energy.

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Lessons for the Global Energy Transition: Comparing the Discourse on Coal Phase-Out in the UK, Germany and Finland	View Paper Details
The Potential of Collaborative Institutions for Major Policy Change – Lessons from the German ‘Coal Commission’	View Paper Details
Understanding the Political Economy of Coal in Light of Climate and Energy Policies: a Case Study from Colombia	View Paper Details
Who is Driving Coal Power Exit in China? The Dynamic Roles of Incumbents in China’s Energy Transition	View Paper Details