UK to finish with coal power after 142 years
The UK will end coal power generation with the closure of its last station, Ratcliffe-on-Soar, after 142 years, transitioning to renewable energy and creating green jobs for affected workers.
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The UK is set to cease all coal power generation, marking the end of a 142-year reliance on the fossil fuel. The last operational coal power station, Ratcliffe-on-Soar, will close on Monday after operating since 1967. This decision aligns with the UK's climate change goals, as coal is the most polluting fossil fuel. The UK was the first country to utilize coal power, with the first coal-fired power station established in 1882. Over the years, coal's contribution to the energy mix has diminished, particularly with the rise of renewable energy sources, which now account for over 50% of the UK's power generation. The government has emphasized the importance of transitioning to green jobs for workers affected by the closure of coal facilities. However, challenges remain in ensuring grid stability as the country moves away from coal, necessitating advancements in battery technology and energy management. The closure of Ratcliffe-on-Soar represents a significant milestone in the UK's energy transition and sets a precedent for other nations to follow.
- The UK will end coal power generation, closing its last coal power station after 142 years.
- The transition to renewable energy has led to renewables generating over 50% of the UK's electricity.
- The government aims to create green jobs for workers impacted by the coal phase-out.
- Ensuring grid stability will require advancements in battery technology and energy management.
- The closure of Ratcliffe-on-Soar marks a significant step in the UK's climate change efforts.
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7 commentsThis sort of thing really makes me think about the large scale deployment of rooftop solar and batteries. If we had a battery system in our house, we could have used it to intermittently cool the fridge/freezer and potentially save the food and avoid the waste. It seems to make more sense to have everyone have their own power generation capabilities than for all of us to rely solely on a broad network stretched thin.
I know very little about this subject, but the primary reason we haven't done it is that there aren't many subsidies around where we are. In addition, I often wonder about the future proofing on these systems. Our old house had coax run to every room because they just assumed you would be using cable tv instead of wireless streaming.
Since industry is moved outside, the products we consume use power of producer country, mostly China. Is there a correlation in reduction of local coal power and amount of energy intensive products imported?
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