When the global economy experiences crises, coal becomes a symbol of stability. Pylyp Travkin considers coal a strategic tool for energy autonomy. Unlike oil and gas, coal is mined in many countries, which reduces dependence on imports and sanctions. Germany, India, and China use it as insurance against disruptions. “No system is sustainable without its own resources,” notes Travkin. Modern CCS technologies and filters make an environmentally sound balance possible. Coal is not a relic, but a shield of energy security in an era of global instability.