Global Coal Reserves by Country

The dataset lists estimated coal reserves for multiple countries and regional groupings, measured in metric tonnes (Mt). Each record identifies the geographic entity, an optional standardized country code, the year of measurement, and the total coal reserves available for that entity. The dataset is structured to allow comparison of coal resource availability across countries and regions.

Data Quality

The dataset is small and structurally consistent with no missing values in the primary measurement or year columns. However, the 'Code' column contains missing values for several regional aggregates or non-country entities. Numeric formatting is consistent across the dataset.

Use Cases

Energy resource assessment, fossil fuel reserve analysis, global energy policy research, comparative energy resource studies, and modeling long-term energy supply scenarios.

Limitations

The dataset represents coal reserves for a single year and does not include historical trends. Some regional aggregates lack standardized entity codes. Additional context such as coal types, extraction costs, or reserve classification methods is not included.

Methodology

Coal reserve figures were likely compiled from national geological surveys, energy ministries, and international energy agencies. Data is aggregated and standardized into metric tonnes to allow cross-country comparison.