A black Mark on the Earth: Coal Remains Global Leader in Energy — and Pollution
Doug McIntyre highlights the continued scourge of coal in global energy production. Despite perceptions, coal still fuels 75% of India’s electricity and 60% of China’s, leading to these nations being the top two polluters in the world. Although China leads in green energy investments, coal remains the primary energy source, continuing the mineral’s role as the world’s largest pollution contributor.
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