Coal use is still growing.

The IEA says "Global coal demand grew by 1.2% in 2024 in energy terms, rising by around 67 million tonnes of coal equivalent (Mtce) (or in physical terms by 1.4% or 123 million tonnes). "

India is up 5% itself which is more than enough to offset European and North American reductions. President Poopy Pants is cancelling renewables and begging for coal to come back.

"China remains the dominant player in global coal markets, consuming roughly 30% more coal than the rest of the world combined. Its power sector alone accounts for one-third of global coal consumption, underscoring China’s central role in shaping the trajectory of global coal demand."

I see lots of articles about China being a green leader in renewables, but fossil fuel use is still growing.