The Iran war has incredibly impacted global coal consumption. While nearly all world leaders had agreed at climate conferences to reduce fossil fuels, coal has now peaked as one of the most consumed energy sources in the world.
Conflict Between Climate Goals and Economic Realities
Despite international efforts to reduce coal consumption in order to protect the environment, economic realities and the need for energy have led countries, especially in the current crisis, to turn to this fuel. The Iran war, as an effective driving factor, has profoundly impacted not only the oil market but especially the coal market.
Different countries, in terms of their need to secure energy for their industries and productions, have turned to coal consumption. This trend shows that in crisis situations, environmental goals may easily be overshadowed by immediate economic needs.
Coal; A Fuel with a Long History
Coal, as one of the oldest energy sources, has always played an important role in supplying energy for various industries. However, now, in light of global crises and regional wars, this fuel has once again come to the forefront. Statistics indicate that coal usage has significantly increased in recent years, reaching new records.
This increase in consumption is not only due to high energy demand but also stems from political and economic instabilities in various parts of the world. It seems that coal is becoming an immediate solution for meeting countries' energy needs, which could have serious consequences for the environment.
