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Stefan Lorenczik
Former Energy Analyst - Electricity.
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Global Energy Review 2026 Coal
…use in energy-intensive industry in China also declined as steel and cement output shrank by 4% and 7%, respectively. However, these declines were largely offset by an increase in demand for coal for the production of plastics and the chemical sector.In parallel, the commissioning of coal power plants in China accelerated significantly in 2025, reaching almost 80 gigawatts (GW). This was the result of an elevated number of approvals between 2022 and 2024 following power shortages in 2021. The construction of new plants is primarily intended to meet peak electricity demand and support China’s energy security goals…
- Key findings
- Global trends
- Oil
- Natural gas
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Armin Mayer
Former Energy Analyst.
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Mongolia
Coal is the first source of electricity generation in Mongolia, but the country has recently begun using hydro, solar and wind power, and has adopted a law aiming to increase and regulate the use of renewables.
- Overview
- Energy mix
- Emissions
- Electricity
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Hyeji Kim
Former Energy Analyst.
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Szilvia Doczi Tormey
Former Energy Analyst.
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Qatar
Qatar is a major producer and exporter of natural gas, oil and oil products. Its domestic oil and gas productions entirely cover the country’s energy needs.
- Overview
- Energy mix
- Emissions
- Electricity
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Coal Mid-Year Update 2025 Overview
…terawatt hours (TWh) in 2024. Demand for metallurgical coal for iron and steel production, the largest source of non-power-related coal consumption, has been more stable. In 2024, metallurgical coal use decreased by 0.8%.China plays a unique role in global coal markets. It accounts for 56% of global coal consumption – almost 30% more than the rest of the world combined. One of every three tonnes of coal consumed globally is used in Chinese power plants, making China and its power sector the largest single driver of global coal demand. In 2025, global coal demand is set to…
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Energy Efficiency Policy Toolkit Heat Pumps for Buildings
Heat Pumps for Buildings
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David Fischer
Former Climate Policy and Investment Analyst.
