Only high-tech firms for hydro, coal power

Only companies and countries with access to the latest technologies and technologies which minimise environmental impact will be considered to take part in hydro and coal power projects in Myanmar, a senior official from the Ministry of Electricity and Energy told The Myanmar Times. “For electricity generation sources, we are planning to consider only the […]

Mitsubishi to conduct tests in Ayeyarwady

Mitsubishi Corporation says it is to conduct soil tests as the Japanese company proceeds with plans for a coal-fired power plant in Ngayokekaung township, Ayeyarwady Region. The coal-fired power plant project will be developed by Mitsubishi and A1 Company as a local partner. The two parties agreed last year to use Japanese “clean coal” technology […]