Higher over the period
Kazakhstan Coal Production moved from 107.3 Million Tonnes in 2015 to 116.4 Million Tonnes in 2023 (+8.5%), an average of +1% a year. The series high was 118.5 Million Tonnes in 2018 and the low 103.1 Million Tonnes in 2016.
What Kazakhstan Coal Production shows
Kazakhstan Coal Production was 116.4 Million Tonnes in 2023, down 1.2% on 2022. The Coal Production dataset for Kazakhstan presents annual coal production from 2015 to 2023, providing a comprehensive overview of mining output, production trends, and developments across the country's coal industry. Measured in million tonnes, the dataset highlights annual production volumes that support domestic electricity generation, industrial activity, and export markets.
A 13% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2018) and low (2016) is 15.40 Million Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +8.9% in 2017.
Ranks 8 of 30 countries covered
Among the 30 countries in this dataset, Kazakhstan ranks 8 for 2023, behind China (4,710 Million Tonnes) and India (1,011 Million Tonnes). It accounts for 1.3% of the global total in 2023.
Full series
Kazakhstan Coal Production by year
Complete annual series with year-on-year change. Values are reported in Million Tonnes.
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| Year | Million Tonnes | Change vs prior year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 116.4 | −1.2% |
| 2022 | 117.8 | +1.4% |
| 2021 | 116.2 | +2.5% |
| 2020 | 113.4 | −1.4% |
| 2019 | 115 | −3% |
| 2018Peak | 118.5 | +5.5% |
| 2017 | 112.3 | +8.9% |
| 2016 Trough | 103.1 | −3.9% |
| 2015 | 107.3 | — |
Regional context
How Kazakhstan compares in Commonwealth of Independent States
Coal Production by country, 2023, Million Tonnes. Kazakhstan is highlighted.
1Russia432.5
2Kazakhstan116.4
3Uzbekistan6.20
Data definition
Inclusions and exclusions
Coal Production — - Coal Production refers to the total amount of coal extracted from surface and underground mines within a country during a given year. It is typically measured in million tonnes and represents the output of raw coal before processing or consumption. The indicator includes the extraction of various coal types used for energy generation and industrial applications, reflecting a country's coal resource utilization, mining activity, and contribution to domestic and global coal supply. Coal Production is widely used to assess the performance of the mining sector, energy security, industrial development, and the availability of coal as a primary energy source.
The data includes the production of all major types of coal, including anthracite, bituminous coal, sub-bituminous coal, lignite (brown coal), and other commercially recoverable coal grades, where reported under national energy statistics. It covers coal extracted from both surface (open-pit) and underground mining operations for use in electricity generation, steel production, cement manufacturing, industrial processes, and other commercial applications. Production from both public and private mining operations is included, regardless of whether the coal is consumed domestically or exported. Data is compiled using standardized international energy reporting methodologies based on national mining statistics and industry sources, enabling consistent comparison of coal production across countries and over time.
The data excludes coal consumption, coal imports and exports, coal reserves, coal stock changes, and coal used after processing into secondary energy products. It also excludes coal-derived products such as coke, coke oven gas, coal tar, coal bed methane, synthetic fuels produced through coal-to-liquids (CTL) technologies, and other processed coal products unless specifically included in the reporting methodology. The indicator does not measure mining productivity, coal quality, calorific value, environmental impacts, or greenhouse gas emissions associated with coal production or use. Minor differences may occur due to variations in national reporting standards, coal classifications, moisture adjustments, and statistical estimation methodologies across countries.
About this indicator
Coal Production — - Coal Production refers to the total amount of coal extracted from surface and underground mines within a country during a given year. It is typically measured in million tonnes and represents the output of raw coal before processing or consumption. The indicator includes the extraction of various coal types used for energy generation and industrial applications, reflecting a country's coal resource utilization, mining activity, and contribution to domestic and global coal supply. Coal Production is widely used to assess the performance of the mining sector, energy security, industrial development, and the availability of coal as a primary energy source.
It serves as an important indicator for evaluating resource utilization, mining sector performance, energy security, and Kazakhstan's position among major coal-producing nations.
Kazakhstan produced 107.3 million tonnes of coal in 2015 before declining to 103.1 million tonnes in 2016. Production recovered to 112.3 million tonnes in 2017 and increased further to 118.5 million tonnes in 2018, the highest level during the early part of the review period. Output moderated to 115.0 million tonnes in 2019 and 113.4 million tonnes in 2020 amid changing market conditions. Coal production subsequently recovered to 116.2 million tonnes in 2021, increased to 117.8 million tonnes in 2022, and remained relatively stable at 116.4 million tonnes in 2023, demonstrating consistent production capacity.
Overall, the dataset indicates stable coal production with moderate year-to-year fluctuations rather than significant long-term volatility. Kazakhstan's large coal reserves, established mining infrastructure, and continued demand from domestic power generation and industrial users have supported sustained production. Export opportunities in neighboring markets have also contributed to maintaining high production levels throughout the period.
The dataset is valuable for evaluating Kazakhstan's coal production outlook, assessing mining industry performance, and analyzing long-term supply trends. It supports market research, infrastructure planning, investment evaluation, and policy development while providing useful insights for researchers, industry stakeholders, analysts, and policymakers monitoring coal production, resource management, export potential, and the continuing role of coal within Kazakhstan's energy and industrial sectors.
- Indicator
- Coal Production
- Country
- Kazakhstan
- Region
- Commonwealth of Independent States
- Unit
- Million Tonnes
- Coverage
- 2015–2023, annual
- Category
- Energy & Power
- Last updated
- July 2026
- Source
- energyinst.org
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Frequently asked questions
What is Kazakhstan Coal Production?
Definition- Coal Production refers to the total amount of coal extracted from surface and underground mines within a country during a given year. It is typically measured in million tonnes and represents the output of raw coal before processing or consumption. The indicator includes the extraction of various coal types used for energy generation and industrial applications, reflecting a country's coal resource utilization, mining activity, and contribution to domestic and global coal supply. Coal Production is widely used to assess the performance of the mining sector, energy security, industrial development, and the availability of coal as a primary energy source.
What was Kazakhstan Coal Production in 2023?
Kazakhstan Coal Production was 116.4 Million Tonnes in 2023, down 1.2% on 2022.
How has Kazakhstan Coal Production changed between 2015 and 2023?
Kazakhstan Coal Production moved from 107.3 Million Tonnes in 2015 to 116.4 Million Tonnes in 2023 (+8.5%), an average of +1% a year. The series high was 118.5 Million Tonnes in 2018 and the low 103.1 Million Tonnes in 2016.
Which year had the highest and lowest Kazakhstan Coal Production?
The highest value was 118.5 Million Tonnes in 2018 and the lowest was 103.1 Million Tonnes in 2016.
What does the Kazakhstan Coal Production data include and exclude?
Included: The data includes the production of all major types of coal, including anthracite, bituminous coal, sub-bituminous coal, lignite (brown coal), and other commercially recoverable coal grades, where reported under national energy statistics. It covers coal extracted from both surface (open-pit) and underground mining operations for use in electricity generation, steel production, cement manufacturing, industrial processes, and other commercial applications. Production from both public and private mining operations is included, regardless of whether the coal is consumed domestically or exported. Data is compiled using standardized international energy reporting methodologies based on national mining statistics and industry sources, enabling consistent comparison of coal production across countries and over time. Excluded: The data excludes coal consumption, coal imports and exports, coal reserves, coal stock changes, and coal used after processing into secondary energy products. It also excludes coal-derived products such as coke, coke oven gas, coal tar, coal bed methane, synthetic fuels produced through coal-to-liquids (CTL) technologies, and other processed coal products unless specifically included in the reporting methodology. The indicator does not measure mining productivity, coal quality, calorific value, environmental impacts, or greenhouse gas emissions associated with coal production or use. Minor differences may occur due to variations in national reporting standards, coal classifications, moisture adjustments, and statistical estimation methodologies across countries.
Where does the Kazakhstan Coal Production data come from?
The series is sourced from energyinst.org (https://www.energyinst.org/__data/assets/pdf_file/0006/1542714/684_EI_Stat_Review_V16_DIGITAL.pdf). It covers 2015–2023 and is reported in Million Tonnes.
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