The future of coal investment, trade, and stranded assets
Introduction. Over 80% of the world's coal resources must remain below the ground if CO 2 emissions are to fall by 80%95% to limit global warming to °C. 1, 2 Rapid phaseout of coal is required among developed countries followed over the coming decades by developing countries. 3 No new coal power plants should be built other than those that are currently under construction, and the ...