Association: Coal use forecast to peak by 2028

China National Coal Association's Zhang underscored the necessity for coal enterprises to spearhead transformation and advancement during this transitional phase. — China Daily

Beijing: China’s coal consumption is expected to peak around 2028, the China National Coal Association forecasts.

Zhang Hong, a spokesperson for the association, said: “It’s important to note that reaching the peak around 2028 doesn’t automatically signify an immediate decline in coal consumption afterward.