As the power sector is the largest GHG emitter, it is important to investigate the fuels used in this sector. In 2023, coal was the primary source of electricity supply, accounting for 35.9%. Natural gas came in second, representing 23%. Asia has the largest number of coal plants in operation, standing at a capacity of 1,667 GW, which is more than seven times the next region, North and Latin America. Eastern Asia is the largest subregion, with an installed coal plant capacity of 1,261 GW, representing 76% of the total capacity. China leads the pack with the highest installed capacity, […]
