Key Market Indicators
Chinese coal production is projected to reach nearly 118 exajoules by 2028, up from approximately 99 exajoules in 2023. This represents an average annual growth rate of 2.4%. Since 1986, China's coal supply has consistently expanded, recording an average annual increase of 5.2%. This steady rise underscores the country's ongoing reliance on coal as a key energy source despite global shifts towards more sustainable energy options.