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Energy Transition Stalls as Fossil Fuels Surge, Experts Report

The global energy transition has dramatically slowed as fossil fuel consumption surges, according to industry analysis. Natural gas and coal are experiencing unexpected growth while net-zero commitments fade from prominence. Energy experts point to multiple geopolitical and economic factors reshaping global energy priorities.

Shift in Energy Landscape

The optimistic push toward net-zero emissions that dominated climate discussions just a few years ago has significantly diminished, according to recent analysis from energy experts. Sources indicate that while renewable energy continues to expand, fossil fuels—particularly natural gas and coal—are experiencing substantial growth worldwide.

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China Clean Tech Exports Surpass U.S. Fossil Fuel Sales as Global Energy Shift Accelerates

China’s clean energy exports have surged to $120 billion through July, significantly outpacing U.S. fossil fuel exports of $80 billion. The widening gap highlights how global energy priorities are shifting toward renewable technologies despite Trump administration policies favoring carbon-based energy development.

China’s clean technology exports are dramatically outpacing American fossil fuel sales as global energy markets increasingly favor renewable solutions over traditional carbon-based resources. According to recent analysis using data from the U.S. Energy Department, Energy Information Administration, China’s GACC and energy researcher Ember, Chinese exports of clean energy-related products reached $120 billion through July 2025, compared to just $80 billion in U.S. carbon-based energy exports during the same period.

Growing Clean Tech Export Dominance