New electricity data shows no global surge in coal use despite recent energy pressures.Seaborne coal trade fell 3% to its lowest level since 2021, while total fossil fuel power declined 1% year on year. With gas generation also down 4%, the figures point to a steady transition as cleaner energy continues to expand across major economies.
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Coal comeback fears fade as global energy shift holds steady

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New electricity data shows no global surge in coal use despite recent energy pressures.Seaborne coal trade fell 3% to its lowest level since 2021, while total fossil fuel power declined 1% year on year. With gas generation also down 4%, the figures point to a steady transition as cleaner energy continues to expand across major economies.

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