Ratcliffe-on-Soar: End of an era as UK's last coal-fired power station shuts down
The Ratcliffe Power Station in Nottinghamshire has closed after 57 years of operation. It was the UK's last coal-fired power station, which generated electricity for more than 500,000 homes over an eight-hour period. It has a long history, with some controversies - yet it has meant a lot to local communities over the years.
UK’s last coal power plant at Ratcliffe-on-Soar shuts down: why it matters
Britain’s last remaining coal-fired power plant at Ratcliffe-on-Soar in Nottinghamshire is set to generate electricity for the final time on Monday, after serving the UK for 57 years. The closure of this facility represents a major milestone in the country’s journey to phase out coal,
Ratcliffe-on-Soar Power Station Marks End of Coal Generation in the UK After 140 Years
The Ratcliffe-on-Soar power station, operated by Uniper near Nottingham, officially ceased coal generation on September 30, 2024, marking the end
Britain's last coal-fired electricity plant is closing. It ends 142 years of coal power in the UK
Britain’s last coal-fired power plant is closing. This will mark the end of 142 years of coal-generated electricity in the nation that sparked the Industrial Revolution. The Ratcliffe-on-Soar station
Ratcliffe-on-Soar, UK's last coal-fired power station shuts today. Why it matters
As the last coal power station in the UK shuts down, Ratcliffe-on-Soar becomes a powerful symbol of the nation’s commitment to clean energy and climate action
The end of an era: Britain closes last coal-fired plant to pursue renewable energy
A new era of renewable energy begins with the closure of Britain’s last coal-fired power plant on Sept. 30. The shutdown makes Britain the first nation from the Group of Seven major economies to phase out coal.
Moment UK's last coal-fired power station shuts down
The UK's last coal-fired power station has closed. The plant in Ratcliffe-on-Soar, Nottinghamshire, finished operations on Monday after running since 1967. The closure ends the country's 142-year reliance on coal.
U.K. closing its last coal-fired power plant
The last coal-fired power plant in the U.K. is closing, ending Britain's 140-year reliance on the fossil fuel for electricity.
UK's last coal plant shutdown bodes well for US LNG exports: Maguire
United States exporters of liquefied natural gas (LNG) are likely cheering the shutdown of the last coal-fired power plant in the United Kingdom, as the move locks in long-term gas demand by the world's sixth largest economy.
UK to finish with coal power after 142 years
The UK is about to stop producing any electricity from burning coal - ending its 142-year reliance on the fossil fuel. The country's last coal power station, at Ratcliffe-on-Soar, finishes operations on Monday after running since 1967.
Britain Shuts Down Last Coal Plant, ‘Turning Its Back on Coal Forever’
The Ratcliffe-on-Soar plant was the last surviving coal-burning power station in a country that birthed the Industrial Revolution and fed it with coal.
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In a climate milestone, the U.K. — 1st to harness coal power — is among 1st to quit it
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Ratcliffe on Soar power station embarks on road to demolition
Nottinghamshire's Ratcliffe-on-Soar power station is hosting a special event to mark its closure today (Tuesday, October 1) ...
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Ratcliffe-on-Soar power station closure marks the 'true end of King Coal' in the country
The UK’s last coal-fired power station has ceased generating energy after more than 50 years of powering Nottinghamshire ...
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United Kingdom: Closure of Ratcliffe-on-Soar power station a vital test for government’s green transformation say Green Party
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In a global climate milestone, the UK – 1st to harness coal power – is among the first to quit it
Your browser does not support the audio element. The Ratcliffe-on-Soar power plant in Nottinghamshire, England was the last operating coal-fired plant in the U.K ...