JOURNAL ARTICLE

Germany's Dirtiest Coal-Fired Power Plants Are Back in Profit.

  • Published In: Bloomberg.com, 2026. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Brendel, Eva 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the resurgence of profitability for Germany's lignite-fired power plants, attributed to a significant drop in carbon permit prices. This shift has made lignite plants cheaper to operate than gas-fired generators, despite their higher carbon emissions. The analysis highlights the ongoing reliance on fossil fuels during peak demand periods, particularly in winter, even as Germany invests in renewable energy sources like wind and solar. Lignite accounted for approximately 16% of Germany's electricity generation last year, underscoring the continued importance of traditional power plants in the energy mix. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Bloomberg.com. 2026/01, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Mining and Mineral Resources
  • Publication Date:2026
  • Accession Number:191018132
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