Coal-fired power declines in Kentucky under least-cost scenarios
December 15, 2025
US coal consumption is expected to increase in 2025 as higher natural gas prices and rising electricity demand support coal-fired power generation. The rebound is driven primarily by the power sector, while longer-term trends still point to a gradual decline beyond 2025. US coal consumption is forecast to rise in 2025, supported by stronger power-sector demand as higher natural gas […]
