Coal demand to rise 1.2% to 8.94 bln metric tons in 2026 amid conflict — IEA

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Coal demand to rise 1.2% to 8.94 bln metric tons in 2026 amid conflict — IEA

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The International Energy Agency (IEA) forecasts a 1.2% increase in global coal demand to 8.94 billion metric tons by 2026 amid ongoing conflicts, although the situation could change in 2027. This highlights the influence of geopolitical tensions on energy commodity markets.

According to experts' forecasts, the situation could change again in 2027

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