Coal demand to rise 1.2% to 8.94 bln metric tons in 2026 amid conflict — IEA
What to know about Coal demand to rise 1.2% to 8.94 bln metric tons in 2026 amid conflict — IEA
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What happened
A sharp rise in natural gas prices resulting from the Middle East conflict and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is driving up global demand for coal, according to a report on the coal sector by the International Energy Agency (IEA).
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