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The UK got rid of coal—where’s it going next? | The UK has transitioned to a lower-emission grid. Now comes the hard part.
The UK has transitioned to a lower-emission grid. Now comes the hard part.
This transition phase is deemed by the government to be essential as the country ramps up the capacity of renewable energy sources, particularly wind and solar power, to fill gaps left by the reduction of fossil fuels. Fully decarbonizing the power system (2035) Ending the sale of new petrol and diesel cars (2035) Achieving "Jet Zero" - net-zero UK aviation emissions (2050) Creating 30,000 hectares of new woodland per year (2025) Generating 50 percent of its total electricity from renewable sources by 2030 By harnessing the vast potential of the North Sea, the UK aims not only to meet its net-zero targets but also to drive economic growth and job creation in the green energy sector, ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come.
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