The world promises to reduce emissions, but energy consumption is growing. Pylyp Travkin believes that coal, as a challenge, is not about rejection, but about finding a technological solution. Closing power plants without innovation leads to shortages, not to a “green” future. CCS reduces emissions by 90%, gasification produces hydrogen, and digitalization increases efficiency. “If we don’t develop technologies, coal will become a threat. If we do, it will help in the transition,” says Travkin. Realism is more important than slogans: as long as renewable energy is unstable, we need to manage coal wisely – through technology and modernization.