Global Coal Power Generation Capacity 2005-2022
February 21, 2024
Global coal generating capacity grew 60% from 1300 GW in 2005 to 2100 GW in 2018. The pace of growth has slowed considerably since then increasing just 150 GW to 2246 GW in 2022.
Coal Power Generation 2010-2022
February 21, 2024
Global coal-fired power generation increased over 20% from about 8,400 terawatt-hours (TWh) in 2010 to a little bit above 10,400 TWh in 2022.
Development Of Coal Power Generation Capacity
February 21, 2024
China is still building new coal plants in 2022, even if far fewer than in the past. Most industrialized coastal provinces do not have any new coal capacity in their 14th Five Year Plans.
China’s Coal-Fired Energy Sector in 2022
February 21, 2024
China now accounts for two thirds (68%) of global capacity under development, up from 55% a year ago. Total amount of projects under construction – 136GW.
Coal Power Generating Capacity 2022-2030
February 21, 2024
China is expected to increase capacity on 234 GW or by 21% (from 1115 GW in 2022 to 1349 GW in 2029 and than do not increase its capacity anymore due to renewable facilities).
Coal Power Generating Capacity By Country 2022-2030
February 21, 2024
By the year 2030, almost 75% of the world’s coal electricity capacity is expected to be concentrated in China, India, and the USA.
Coal Power Generation By Region 2022-2030
February 21, 2024
This overview illustrates the power generation trends of key players, namely China, India, and the US.