China: Coal consumption falls – despite more power plants

China continues to build new coal-fired power plants and is missing its targets for retiring older units. Even so, coal consumption in the power sector fell 3.4% in the first half. Experts are now calling for a clear plan to phase out coal.

Nico Beckert

26. August 2025

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Nico Beckert

26. August 2025

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Last updated: 26. August 2025