Rising to a series high
Uzbekistan Coal Production moved from 3.50 Million Tonnes in 2015 to 6.20 Million Tonnes in 2023 (+77.1%), an average of +7.4% a year. The series high was 6.20 Million Tonnes in 2023 and the low 3.50 Million Tonnes in 2015.
What Uzbekistan Coal Production shows
Uzbekistan Coal Production was 6.20 Million Tonnes in 2023, up 14.8% on 2022. The Coal Production dataset for Uzbekistan provides annual coal production statistics from 2015 to 2023, offering a comprehensive view of the country's mining output, production trends, and developments within the coal sector. Measured in million tonnes, the dataset reflects annual coal extraction used to support electricity generation, industrial operations, and domestic energy requirements.
A 43.5% peak-to-trough swing
The gap between the series high (2023) and low (2015) is 2.70 Million Tonnes. The sharpest single-year move was +24.4% in 2021.
Ranks 23 of 30 countries covered
Among the 30 countries in this dataset, Uzbekistan ranks 23 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
Uzbekistan 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2023Peak | 6.20 | +14.8% |
| 2022 | 5.40 | +5.9% |
| 2021 | 5.10 | +24.4% |
| 2020 | 4.10 | +2.5% |
| 2019 | 4.00 | −4.8% |
| 2018 | 4.20 | +5% |
| 2017 | 4.00 | +2.6% |
| 2016 | 3.90 | +11.4% |
| 2015 Trough | 3.50 | — |
Regional context
How Uzbekistan compares in Commonwealth of Independent States
Coal Production by country, 2023, Million Tonnes. Uzbekistan 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 a useful indicator for assessing mining activity, resource utilization, energy security, and the role of coal in Uzbekistan's evolving energy landscape.
Uzbekistan produced 3.5 million tonnes of coal in 2015, increasing to 3.9 million tonnes in 2016 and 4.0 million tonnes in 2017. Production rose further to 4.2 million tonnes in 2018 before easing slightly to 4.0 million tonnes in 2019. Output recovered to 4.1 million tonnes in 2020 and increased significantly to 5.1 million tonnes in 2021. Coal production continued its upward trajectory, reaching 5.4 million tonnes in 2022 and 6.2 million tonnes in 2023, representing the highest production level during the review period.
Overall, the dataset highlights a gradual but consistent expansion in Uzbekistan's coal production, particularly after 2020. Rising production reflects efforts to strengthen domestic fuel supplies, expand mining capacity, and support growing electricity demand and industrial development. Continued investment in coal mining and resource development has contributed to higher production levels while reducing reliance on imported fuels for selected energy applications.
The dataset is valuable for evaluating Uzbekistan's coal production outlook, analyzing mining sector performance, and understanding long-term supply trends. It supports market research, investment evaluation, infrastructure planning, and policy development while providing meaningful insights for researchers, industry stakeholders, analysts, and policymakers monitoring coal production, energy security, mining expansion, and the contribution of domestic coal resources to Uzbekistan's energy sector.
- Indicator
- Coal Production
- Country
- Uzbekistan
- 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 Uzbekistan 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 Uzbekistan Coal Production in 2023?
Uzbekistan Coal Production was 6.20 Million Tonnes in 2023, up 14.8% on 2022.
How has Uzbekistan Coal Production changed between 2015 and 2023?
Uzbekistan Coal Production moved from 3.50 Million Tonnes in 2015 to 6.20 Million Tonnes in 2023 (+77.1%), an average of +7.4% a year. The series high was 6.20 Million Tonnes in 2023 and the low 3.50 Million Tonnes in 2015.
Which year had the highest and lowest Uzbekistan Coal Production?
The highest value was 6.20 Million Tonnes in 2023 and the lowest was 3.50 Million Tonnes in 2015.
What does the Uzbekistan 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 Uzbekistan 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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