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Global Coal Demand Defies Paris Accord Goals

Consumption rising as developing nations rely on cheap, dependable energy

23 June 2025 · 01:39 UTC

A full decade after the Paris climate deal, global coal consumption remains stubbornly high—propped up by rapid energy demand in countries like China and India, the cost‑effectiveness of coal, and energy‑security concerns stemming from recent geopolitical shocks.