In 2023, the Philippines surpassed China and Indonesia in coal-fired power dependency, according to Ember.

The Philippines has surpassed China and Indonesia in its dependency on coal-fired power, according to data from energy think tank Ember. In 2023, coal use in Indonesia reached a record high of 61.8% of the power mix, with clean power generation falling by 0.3%. Both countries' reliance on coal has increased amid growing demand for energy, despite high-profile commitments to move away from coal.

June 30, 2024
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