Coal-fired power as a security backstop in Europe’s grid
December 16, 2025
The war in Ukraine has triggered a resurgence in coal-based power production in several parts of the world, but mainly in Europe. While policymakers work to achieve a structurally lower gas consumption, some countries may reactivate previously closed or placed-on-reserve coal plants in Europe. Annual global coal demand experienced a rapid surge from 4.7 Gt in 2000 to its pinnacle […]
