Fossil fuel power production in China 2000-2021

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Daniel Slotta,
Jan 3, 2024
China generated approximately 5,664 terawatt hours worth of electricity from fossil fuels in 2021. This was an increase compared to the previous year and also the highest figure in the period of consideration. Coal is China's main source of electricity production.

Electricity generation from fossil fuels in China from 2000 to 2021 (in terawatt hours)

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