Factoid - Monday, January 12, 2026
The International Energy Agency (IEA) estimates that global demand for coal increased to a record 8.85 billion tons in 2025, besting the previous record of 8.81 billion tons set in 2024, according to its own release. China stands out as the world's largest coal producer, consumer, and importer. The IEA estimates that China consumed 4.95 billion tons of coal in 2025, representing nearly 56% of global coal usage during the year.
Posted on Monday, January 12, 2026 @ 9:54 AM

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