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As of 2023, coal dominated North Korea's reserves at 11,684 million short tons recoverable. Over the last decade, coal reserves grew significantly (+1667%).
Coal reserves
11,684 M ST
North Korea's reserve base was dominated by coal, the most carbon-intensive fossil fuel by energy content. Reserve estimates have been revised upward over the past decade, reflecting new discoveries or improved recovery technology.