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市场调查报告书
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动力煤市场-全球产业规模、份额、趋势、机会和预测,按类型、应用、最终用户、地区和竞争细分,2020-2030 年Steam Coal Market - Global Industry Size, Share, Trends, Opportunity, and Forecast, Segmented By Type, By Application, By End User, By Region & Competition, 2020-2030F |
2024 年全球动力煤市场价值为 1,428.2 亿美元,预计到 2030 年将达到 1,706.7 亿美元,预测期内复合年增长率为 2.86%。
市场概览 | |
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预测期 | 2026-2030 |
2024年市场规模 | 1428.2亿美元 |
2030年市场规模 | 1706.7亿美元 |
2025-2030 年复合年增长率 | 2.86% |
成长最快的领域 | 工业锅炉 |
最大的市场 | 亚太地区 |
动力煤市场是指主要用于火力发电厂和工业锅炉供热的煤炭的全球贸易和消费。动力煤又称为热能煤,是一种主要由碳、氢和氧组成的可燃沉积岩,广泛用于生产蒸汽,驱动涡轮机发电。与用于炼钢的冶金煤不同,动力煤主要用于能源领域,因为它产热效率高,而且与替代燃料相比价格相对低廉。动力煤市场按煤炭类型细分,例如烟煤、次烟煤和褐煤,每种煤炭的热值和灰分含量各不相同,这影响了它们在不同工业应用中的适用性。
预计市场将稳定成长,尤其是在亚太地区和非洲部分地区等发展中地区。这些地区的快速工业化、城镇化和不断增长的电力需求持续推动对燃煤发电的依赖。印度、中国、印尼和越南等国家正在大力投资煤炭能源基础设施,以满足日益增长的人口需求和工业产出,这使得动力煤在短期至中期内成为关键能源。此外,许多新兴经济体在快速转向再生能源的过程中面临物流和资金挑战,这使得动力煤凭藉其易得性、能量密度和成熟的供应链,成为关键的过渡燃料。
儘管全球都在努力实现脱碳,清洁能源替代品也日益兴起,但在长期购电协议、现有燃煤资产以及能源安全担忧的推动下,动力煤市场在不久的将来仍将持续成长。包括碳捕获与封存 (CCS) 在内的清洁煤炭技术创新也可能增强动力煤使用的可持续性,尤其是在那些致力于平衡能源取得与环境承诺的地区。整体而言,在发展中国家经济扩张、对可靠基荷电力的需求以及煤炭依赖地区能源转型步伐缓慢的推动下,动力煤市场将温和成长。
关键市场驱动因素。
持续的全球能源需求和煤炭在发电中的作用
全球对廉价可靠能源的持续需求推动着动力煤市场的发展,尤其是在依赖煤炭的地区,动力煤仍然是发电的基石。儘管全球都在大力发展再生能源,但动力煤在满足基荷电力需求方面仍发挥关键作用,尤其是在印度、中国和东南亚部分地区等新兴经济体。这些地区依靠燃煤电厂来支持快速的工业化、都市化和不断增长的电力消耗。
动力煤的高能量含量和成本效益使其成为火力发电厂的首选燃料,而火力发电厂在全球电力生产中占很大。其便利的取得和完善的基础设施(包括广泛的采矿作业和运输网路)确保了其在替代能源匮乏的国家的持续使用。此外,动力煤能够提供稳定的电力输出,与风能和太阳能等间歇性再生能源形成互补,使其成为混合能源系统的重要组成部分。
煤电计画(尤其是在亚洲)的持续发展,加上部分地区向清洁能源转型的缓慢推进,共同支撑了动力煤的需求。此外,高效低排放 (HELE) 电厂等清洁煤技术的进步,在维持其经济优势的同时,减少了对环境的影响,从而延长了动力煤的使用寿命。随着人口成长和工业扩张推动全球能源需求持续成长,动力煤市场仍保持强劲成长,这得益于其在确保能源安全和发电成本可负担性方面发挥的关键作用。
2024年,燃煤电厂约占全球发电量的37%,其中动力煤占火力发电厂用煤量的80%。亚太地区2024年的动力煤消耗量为18亿吨,较2023年成长5%,这主要得益于印度和中国新增燃煤电厂装置容量,为电网新增25吉瓦装置容量。
严格的环境法规与脱碳政策
新兴经济体需求激增,支撑煤炭消费
Global Steam Coal Market was valued at USD 142.82 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 170.67 billion by 2030 with a CAGR of 2.86% during the forecast period.
Market Overview | |
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Forecast Period | 2026-2030 |
Market Size 2024 | USD 142.82 Billion |
Market Size 2030 | USD 170.67 Billion |
CAGR 2025-2030 | 2.86% |
Fastest Growing Segment | Industrial Boilers |
Largest Market | Asia Pacific |
The Steam Coal Market refers to the global trade and consumption of coal that is primarily used for heat generation in thermal power plants and industrial boilers. Also known as thermal coal, steam coal is a combustible sedimentary rock primarily composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, and is widely utilized for producing steam that drives turbines for electricity generation. Unlike metallurgical coal, which is used in steelmaking, steam coal is mostly used in the energy sector due to its efficiency in heat generation and relative affordability compared to alternative fuels. The steam coal market is segmented by coal type-such as bituminous, sub-bituminous, and lignite-each differing in calorific value and ash content, influencing their suitability across different industrial applications.
The market is expected to grow steadily, especially in developing regions such as Asia Pacific and parts of Africa, where rapid industrialization, urbanization, and rising electricity demand continue to drive reliance on coal-fired power generation. Countries such as India, China, Indonesia, and Vietnam are heavily investing in coal-based energy infrastructure to meet growing population needs and industrial output, positioning steam coal as a key energy source in the short to medium term. Furthermore, many emerging economies face logistical and financial challenges in shifting rapidly to renewable energy sources, making steam coal a critical transitional fuel due to its availability, energy density, and established supply chains.
Despite global efforts toward decarbonization and the rise of cleaner energy alternatives, the steam coal market will experience continued demand in the near future, supported by long-term power purchase agreements, existing coal-fired assets, and energy security concerns. Innovations in cleaner coal technologies, including carbon capture and storage (CCS), may also enhance the sustainability of steam coal usage, especially in regions aiming to balance energy access with environmental commitments. Overall, the steam coal market will rise moderately, driven by economic expansion in developing nations, the need for reliable baseload power, and the slow pace of energy transition in coal-dependent regions.
Key Market Drivers.
Sustained Global Energy Demand and Coal's Role in Power Generation
The Steam Coal Market is driven by the persistent global demand for affordable and reliable energy, particularly in coal-dependent regions where steam coal remains a cornerstone for electricity generation. Despite the global push for renewable energy, steam coal continues to play a critical role in meeting baseload power requirements, especially in emerging economies like India, China, and parts of Southeast Asia. These regions rely on coal-fired power plants to support rapid industrialization, urbanization, and growing electricity consumption.
Steam coal's high energy content and cost-effectiveness make it a preferred fuel for thermal power plants, which account for a significant portion of global electricity production. Its accessibility and established infrastructure, including extensive mining operations and transportation networks, ensure its continued use in countries with limited access to alternative energy sources. Additionally, steam coal's ability to provide consistent power output complements intermittent renewable sources like wind and solar, making it a critical component in hybrid energy systems.
The ongoing development of coal-based power projects, particularly in Asia, coupled with the slow transition to cleaner energy in some regions, sustains demand for steam coal. Furthermore, advancements in cleaner coal technologies, such as high-efficiency, low-emission (HELE) plants, are extending the viability of steam coal by reducing environmental impacts while maintaining its economic advantages. As global energy needs continue to rise, driven by population growth and industrial expansion, the Steam Coal Market remains robust, supported by its critical role in ensuring energy security and affordability for power generation.
In 2024, coal-fired power plants accounted for approximately 37% of global electricity generation, with steam coal comprising 80% of coal used in thermal power plants. Asia-Pacific consumed 1.8 billion metric tons of steam coal in 2024, representing a 5% increase from 2023, driven by new coal plant capacities in India and China adding 25 gigawatts to the grid.
Key Market Challenges
Stringent Environmental Regulations and Decarbonization Policies
One of the most pressing challenges faced by the steam coal market is the intensifying global push towards environmental sustainability and the enforcement of strict decarbonization policies by both developed and emerging economies. In response to the escalating threats of climate change, governments, international institutions, and environmental agencies have introduced comprehensive climate agreements and national mandates to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, with a particular focus on the energy and industrial sectors. As steam coal combustion is one of the highest sources of carbon dioxide emissions, its use has increasingly come under scrutiny. Countries across the European Union, North America, and parts of Asia are phasing out coal-fired power plants, introducing carbon pricing mechanisms, and imposing taxes or penalties on high-emission industries.
These regulatory shifts not only impact domestic coal consumption but also affect international trade patterns, limiting export opportunities for major coal-producing nations such as Australia, Indonesia, South Africa, and Colombia. Additionally, financial institutions and investors are becoming increasingly reluctant to finance new coal-based projects, given the reputational and regulatory risks associated with carbon-intensive portfolios. The rise of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) investing further compounds this challenge, as institutional investors reallocate funds towards cleaner and more sustainable energy sources.
Key Market Trends
Surging Demand from Emerging Economies to Sustain Coal Consumption
Despite the global shift toward clean energy, a notable trend shaping the steam coal market is the consistent and rising demand from emerging economies. Countries such as India, Indonesia, Vietnam, Bangladesh, and the Philippines continue to rely heavily on coal-fired power generation to support their rapid industrialization and expanding urban infrastructure. In these economies, coal remains one of the most accessible and cost-effective sources of baseload electricity, particularly in regions where renewable energy infrastructure is still in the early stages of development.
The government-led push for rural electrification, expansion of manufacturing industries, and enhancement of transport and urban development projects is directly linked to increased electricity consumption. Steam coal, due to its high calorific value and reliability, plays a vital role in ensuring uninterrupted power supply, especially in countries where energy security is a critical concern. Additionally, abundant domestic coal reserves in countries like India and Indonesia reduce import dependence, making coal a strategically favorable option in national energy policies.
Many of these economies have also committed to gradual, rather than abrupt, energy transitions, giving steam coal a prolonged role in their energy mix. For example, while India is aggressively investing in solar and wind energy, it continues to approve new coal-fired projects to meet growing demand and maintain grid stability. Similarly, Indonesia's long-term energy roadmap projects a significant share for coal through 2030 and beyond.
In this report, the Global Steam Coal Market has been segmented into the following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:
Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies present in the Global Steam Coal Market.
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