Global coal demand holds firm as energy security concerns grow

Global coal demand increased by 0.7% in 2025, maintaining coal’s share of world energy consumption at approximately 28%. Asia-Pacific accounted for 83.2% of demand, while the United States recorded a temporary reversal of its long-term decline. The figures underline coal’s continuing importance as governments place greater emphasis on affordability, reliability and energy security. Why we chose this report:  This report […]