China and other global rivals are diversifying their energy portfolios away from coal

Published October 31, 2025 5:50am ET



The Trump administration’s recent injection of funds into U.S. coal may give the flagging industry a short-term boost. But it’s not a long-term play, as market forces will increasingly turn to renewables, experts say.

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