Coal Still Dominates Global Electricity Generation

Key Takeaways:

• Fossil fuels made up nearly 60% of 2024 power generation. Coal accounts for 35% of total power generation.
• Renewables made up one-third of electricity generation.

Developing Countries vs. Developed Countries:

• In emerging markets and developing economies, coal is often the primary source of electricity. 
• In China, coal provided almost 60% of generation.
• In India, coal provided 73% of the electricity produced.
• In advanced economies, renewables and natural gas play larger roles in electricity generation. 
• In the United States, natural gas accounted for over 40% of all electricity generation in 2024.
• In the European Union, renewables made up nearly half of electricity supply, well above the world average.