In 2025, China is experiencing a significant increase in coal plant capacity, with projections indicating the commissioning of over 80 gigawatts (GW) of new coal power, despite ongoing investments in renewable energy.
Current Status of Coal Plants
Record Expansion: In the first half of 2025, China commissioned 21 GW of coal power, marking the highest amount for this period since 2016. The total new and revived coal power projects reached 75 GW, the highest in a decade.
New Approvals: The country approved nearly 100 GW of new coal-fired power plant capacity in 2024, indicating a resurgence in coal construction that contradicts its climate commitments. https://discoveryalert.com.au/china-coal-power-expansion-energy-security-climate-2025/
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