In Japan, the forecasted total support on coal for all beneficiaries or sectors shows a gradual decline from 2024 to 2028, starting at 18.35 million USD and reducing to 17.26 million USD. Compared to previous years, this reflects a continuous downward trend aimed at diminishing reliance on coal energy. In 2023, the support stood at a comparable level of 18.80 million USD. The year-on-year decrease from 2024 to 2025 is approximately 2%, with a similar declining trend observed throughout the period. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for 2024-2028 is approximately -1.5%.

Future trends to watch for:

Continued policy changes aimed at renewable energy investments could accelerate the reduction in coal support.
Technological advancements may increase efficiency, reducing financial backing for coal.
Global environmental agreements might impose stricter regulations on coal usage, further influencing the declining trend.