| Product Code: ETC5042211 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Shubham Padhi | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
Israel`s bituminous coal import market in 2024 saw significant contributions from top exporters China, Indonesia, Poland, and Turkey. Despite high concentration levels indicated by the Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI), the market experienced a sharp decline with a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of -26.95% from 2020 to 2024. This downward trend was further intensified in 2024 with a growth rate plummeting by -60.5% compared to the previous year, reflecting a challenging landscape for bituminous coal imports in Israel.

The Israel Bituminous Coal Market is relatively small compared to other energy sources in the country. While coal remains a significant global energy resource, Israel dependence on coal has decreased in recent years due to a shift towards cleaner and more sustainable alternatives such as natural gas and renewable energy sources. However, coal still plays a role in certain industrial processes and power generation, albeit to a lesser extent.
In Israel, the bituminous coal market is influenced by factors such as industrialization, energy demand, and infrastructure development. Despite efforts to transition towards renewable energy sources, coal continues to play a significant role in Israel energy mix, particularly in power generation. The availability of bituminous coal reserves domestically and its relatively lower cost compared to other energy sources contribute to its demand in various industries. Additionally, geopolitical factors and trade agreements affecting coal imports also influence market dynamics in Israel.
The bituminous coal market in Israel faces challenges such as environmental concerns regarding coal usage, fluctuating global coal prices, and the shift towards cleaner energy sources. Moreover, the dependence on imports for bituminous coal and geopolitical factors affecting supply chains add complexity to the market dynamics.
Israel bituminous coal market faces challenges amid the country`s commitment to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and transition towards renewable energy sources. Government policies prioritize clean energy initiatives, leading to a decline in the use of coal for power generation. Subsidies and incentives for renewable energy projects, coupled with carbon pricing mechanisms, have contributed to the decline of the bituminous coal market.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Israel Bituminous Coal Market Overview |
3.1 Israel Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Israel Bituminous Coal Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Israel Bituminous Coal Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Israel Bituminous Coal Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Israel Bituminous Coal Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Israel Bituminous Coal Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Applications, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Israel Bituminous Coal Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing industrialization and urbanization in Israel leading to higher demand for energy, including bituminous coal. |
4.2.2 Growth in the construction and infrastructure sector driving the need for bituminous coal for manufacturing processes. |
4.2.3 Government initiatives promoting the use of coal in energy production to reduce reliance on imported energy sources. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Stringent environmental regulations and concerns about the impact of coal on climate change leading to potential restrictions on coal usage. |
4.3.2 Volatility in global coal prices affecting the cost competitiveness of bituminous coal in Israel. |
5 Israel Bituminous Coal Market Trends |
6 Israel Bituminous Coal Market Segmentations |
6.1 Israel Bituminous Coal Market, By Product Type |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Israel Bituminous Coal Market Revenues & Volume, By Gas Coal, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 Israel Bituminous Coal Market Revenues & Volume, By Fat Coal, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 Israel Bituminous Coal Market Revenues & Volume, By Lean Coal, 2021-2031F |
6.1.5 Israel Bituminous Coal Market Revenues & Volume, By Long Flame Coal, 2021-2031F |
6.1.6 Israel Bituminous Coal Market Revenues & Volume, By Other, 2021-2031F |
6.2 Israel Bituminous Coal Market, By Applications |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Israel Bituminous Coal Market Revenues & Volume, By Electricity Industry, 2021-2031F |
6.2.3 Israel Bituminous Coal Market Revenues & Volume, By Chemical Industry, 2021-2031F |
6.2.4 Israel Bituminous Coal Market Revenues & Volume, By Cement Industry, 2021-2031F |
6.2.5 Israel Bituminous Coal Market Revenues & Volume, By Steel Industry, 2021-2031F |
6.2.6 Israel Bituminous Coal Market Revenues & Volume, By Other, 2021-2031F |
7 Israel Bituminous Coal Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Israel Bituminous Coal Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Israel Bituminous Coal Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Israel Bituminous Coal Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average cost of bituminous coal in Israel compared to alternative energy sources. |
8.2 Percentage of energy generated from coal in Israel's overall energy mix. |
8.3 Number of new infrastructure projects in Israel using bituminous coal as a primary energy source. |
9 Israel Bituminous Coal Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Israel Bituminous Coal Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Israel Bituminous Coal Market Opportunity Assessment, By Applications, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Israel Bituminous Coal Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Israel Bituminous Coal Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Israel Bituminous Coal Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |
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