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Coal power is finally retreating in the world’s two largest markets. For the first time since 1973, both China and India saw coal generation drop in 2025 thanks to a relentless clean energy boom. We are witnessing the beginning of the end for the coal era.

#climateaction #renewables #coaldecline #cleanenergy #coal #fossilfuels

https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/jan/13/coal-power-generation-falls-china-india-since-1970s

Coal power generation falls in China and India for first time since 1970s

‘Historic’ moment in biggest coal-consuming countries could bring decline in global emissions, analysis says

The Guardian

Chris Meder May 22, 2025

Coal hit a record in 2024—yet its share of global electricity fell to 34.4%. Why? It's being crushed by cheaper, faster, cleaner alternatives. From record BESS growth to collapsing coal finance, this isn’t a comeback. It’s a countdown. Here's my take. ⚡🔥 #EnergyTransition #CoalDecline #BESS

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Hari Tulsidas Aug 8, 2023

Wind and solar power will surpass coal in the US by 2023. According to an Energy Information Administration (EIA) report, renewable energy sources will account for 27% of US electricity generation by 2023, while coal will drop to 21%. The report attributes the shift to the declining costs, increasing efficiency of wind and solar technologies, and the environmental regulations and policies that favor clean energy. #renewableenergy #coaldecline #EIAreport https://www.thecooldown.com/green-business/eia-energy-information-administration-wind-solar-coal/?utm_source=flipboard&utm_content=HariTulsidas%2Fmagazine%2FArchetypes

New report makes shocking reveal about America's coal-fueled power plants — a record-setting change is the culprit

A recent report from the EIA reveals the winds of change may be blowing past dirty old coal as a leading source of U.S. electricity.

The Cool Down