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China's shale industry faces challenges, coal to remain key part of energy mix

ALTHOUGH China's appetite for natural gas seems boundless, with shale reserves of 27 trillion cubic feet remaining underdeveloped, coal looks to remain in the energy mix for the medium term.

Paul Hunt
GlobalData estimates show that China’s shale output is growing rapidly and will reach approximately 1,500 mmcfd by 2020, a 72% increase compare to 2017

GlobalData estimates show that China’s shale output is growing rapidly and will reach approximately 1,500 mmcfd by 2020, a 72% increase compare to 2017

New reports from two market and commodity analytic firms GlobalData and CRU Group reveal that the country's growing domestic gas production industry continues to struggle and despite China's commitment...

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