UK energy production: coal
UK energy production: coal stood at 0.01 in Jul 2026, according to GOV.UK official statistics. It is one of the indicators in the Energy production and consumption table (Value · Monthly), with a complete series running from Jan 1995 to Jul 2026. The complete series with an interactive chart, free to download.
This indicator in the Energy production and consumption table
| Indicator | 07-2026 | 06-2026 | 05-2026 | 04-2026 | 03-2026 | 02-2026 | 01-2026 | 12-2025 | 11-2025 | 10-2025 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Energy production | |||||||||||
| Coal | 0.01 | 0.01 | 0.01 | 0.01 | 0.01 | 0.01 | 0.01 | 0.01 | 0.01 | 0.01 | |
| Total | 7.15 | 6.87 | 6.94 | 7.89 | 8.4 | 7.89 | 8.06 | 8.39 | 7.97 | 8.15 |
Understanding UK energy production: coal
Extraction of solid mineral fuels, including deep-mined and surface-mined coal, across the United Kingdom comprises this series, measuring marketable tonnages brought to the surface before processing or washing. The metric covers anthracite and various bituminous grades destined for power generation, industrial processes, and specialised manufacturing markets, while excluding imported solid fuels. Unlike liquid petroleum or gaseous hydrocarbons, this series records solid physical masses adjusted for moisture content and calorific value.
Interpreting the data requires recognising the long-term structural contraction of domestic extraction alongside the remaining active operational sites. Monthly figures can display volatility due to localised geological challenges or operational changes at individual surface mines. Year-on-year comparisons are recommended to assess underlying sector trajectory rather than chasing short-term monthly variations.
Frequently asked questions
- Does this series include imported coal used in power stations?
- No, foreign coal imports are excluded; the measure tracks strictly domestic extraction.
- What types of coal are counted in the production total?
- Both anthracite and bituminous coal extracted from deep mines and surface operations are included.
- Why might monthly figures experience sudden revisions?
- Operators occasionally submit corrected tonnage and calorific value assessments after initial reporting deadlines.