Transcript C dric Philibert

International Technology Collaboration
Case Study 4:
Clean Coal Technologies
Cedric Philibert,
Energy and Environment Division
Aixg seminar – 22 March 2005
Annex I Expert Group
Clean Coal Technologies
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Importance of coal
Clean technologies include end-of-pipe
devices (up to CO2 capture & Storage)
and greater conversion efficiencies
International collaboration: various IEA
implementing agreements, policy forums
and professional associations
A focus on China
Annex I Expert Group
Collaborating with China
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Importance of coal from both energy
and environment perspectives
Status of clean coal in China
Technology transfer through patent
acquisitions
Bilateral collaboration
Development banks
The GEF
Annex I Expert Group
Lessons Learned
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Context: Strong demand growth may
slow supply-side progress
Lesson 1: Technology transfer is
more than equipement transfer
Lesson 2: IPR protection matters for
transferees as well
Annex I Expert Group