NYT
The Iran War Is Pushing Global Coal Use to Record Highs
Thursday, September 10, 2026
Global coal consumption reached record levels in 2025, five years after nations agreed at international climate negotiations to reduce coal burning. The increase occurred amid geopolitical disruptions including conflict in Iran. Coal demand rose across multiple regions despite previous commitments by world leaders to phase down coal use.
Original reporting: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/10/climate/global-coal-demand-iran-war.html