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Global coal prices rise as supply disruptions and winter restocking tighten markets

David Callanan
September 7, 2026

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China total energy supply by source from 2004 to 2024, with coal accounting for 60%

China coal-fired generation to remain significant for the foreseeable future

September 1, 2026

China coal-fired generation will remain a significant component of the country’s energy system for the foreseeable future, even as renewable power expands at an unprecedented pace. China installed more than 1,300 GW of renewable capacity over the past five years, but also added approximately 180 GW of thermal coal capacity, demonstrating that a declining percentage share does not necessarily translate […]

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API2 Rotterdam coal futures rise to 1.45 per tonne for September 2026

Global coal prices climb as winter restocking and supply disruptions tighten markets

September 1, 2026

Global coal prices strengthened further as European utilities stepped up winter restocking and supply disruptions tightened availability across several major origins. South African coal reached a five-month high, while Russian Black Sea and Azov Sea loadings remained near a standstill following drone attacks. Indonesian coal also moved higher as delayed RKAB quota approvals restricted spot availability and drought conditions on […]

Chile power generation mix in 2025 showing coal, solar, wind, hydro, gas and oil

Chile coal generation retains important role amid renewable integration challenges

September 1, 2026

Chile coal generation continues to play an important role in the country’s electricity system despite the rapid expansion of wind and solar capacity. Coal still supplied 18% of electricity in 2025 and helped compensate for lower hydropower output, while transmission constraints, renewable curtailment and insufficient system flexibility complicate the next stage of the country’s energy transition. Why we selected this […]

Indonesia electricity generation by region and technology, highlighting coal dominance

Coal remains central to Indonesia’s rapidly growing electricity system

September 1, 2026

Coal remains the foundation of Indonesia’s rapidly expanding electricity system, accounting for approximately 68% of national generation. Although falling renewable costs and ambitious solar targets are increasing pressure on coal, electricity demand is projected to grow by more than 60% by 2034, making the pace and scale of any displacement highly consequential for both Indonesia and the wider global coal […]