Lower over the period
Mexico Coal Production moved from 12.30 Million Tonnes in 2015 to 5.60 Million Tonnes in 2023 (−54.5%), an average of −9.4% a year. The series high was 12.90 Million Tonnes in 2017 and the low 5.50 Million Tonnes in 2021.
What Mexico Coal Production shows
Mexico Coal Production was 5.60 Million Tonnes in 2023, up 1.8% on 2022. The Coal Production dataset for Mexico from 2015 to 2023 provides a comprehensive overview of the country's coal production volumes, mining activity, and developments across the coal sector. Measured in million tonnes, the dataset records annual coal output and serves as an important indicator of mining performance, domestic resource utilization, industrial supply, and energy production.
A 57.4% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2017) and low (2021) is 7.40 Million Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was −28.6% in 2021.
Ranks 24 of 30 countries covered
Among the 30 countries in this dataset, Mexico ranks 24 for 2023, behind China (4,710 Million Tonnes) and India (1,011 Million Tonnes). It accounts for 0.1% of the global total in 2023.
Full series
Mexico 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 | 5.60 | +1.8% |
| 2022 | 5.50 | 0% |
| 2021 Trough | 5.50 | −28.6% |
| 2020 | 7.70 | −21.4% |
| 2019 | 9.80 | −17.6% |
| 2018 | 11.90 | −7.8% |
| 2017Peak | 12.90 | +13.2% |
| 2016 | 11.40 | −7.3% |
| 2015 | 12.30 | — |
Regional context
How Mexico compares in North America
Coal Production by country, 2023, Million Tonnes. Mexico is highlighted.
1U.S.526.5
2Canada48.60
3Mexico5.60
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 supports assessments of production trends, market conditions, and the role of coal within Mexico's energy and mining industries.
Mexico produced 12.3 million tonnes of coal in 2015, with production declining to 11.4 million tonnes in 2016. Output increased to 12.9 million tonnes in 2017, representing the highest level during the review period, before decreasing to 11.9 million tonnes in 2018. Production continued to fall to 9.8 million tonnes in 2019 and 7.7 million tonnes in 2020, reflecting weaker demand and lower mining activity. Coal output declined further to 5.5 million tonnes in 2021, remained unchanged at 5.5 million tonnes in 2022, and increased marginally to 5.6 million tonnes in 2023, indicating stabilization after several years of contraction.
Overall, the dataset highlights a sustained decline in Mexico's coal production throughout the review period. The downward trend reflects reduced domestic demand, changing electricity generation patterns, competition from natural gas, and evolving environmental and energy policies that have limited growth in coal mining activities.
The dataset provides valuable insights into Mexico's coal industry by supporting evaluations of mining performance, production trends, resource utilization, and energy supply. It is useful for market research, investment planning, policy analysis, and strategic decision-making while helping industry participants, researchers, and policymakers assess long-term developments in Mexico's coal production sector.
- Indicator
- Coal Production
- Country
- Mexico
- Region
- North America
- 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 Mexico 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 Mexico Coal Production in 2023?
Mexico Coal Production was 5.60 Million Tonnes in 2023, up 1.8% on 2022.
How has Mexico Coal Production changed between 2015 and 2023?
Mexico Coal Production moved from 12.30 Million Tonnes in 2015 to 5.60 Million Tonnes in 2023 (−54.5%), an average of −9.4% a year. The series high was 12.90 Million Tonnes in 2017 and the low 5.50 Million Tonnes in 2021.
Which year had the highest and lowest Mexico Coal Production?
The highest value was 12.90 Million Tonnes in 2017 and the lowest was 5.50 Million Tonnes in 2021.
What does the Mexico 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 Mexico 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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