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Drax Power Plant Faces Criticism Amid Biomass Subsidies

12/4/2025

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Biomass provided 17% of the United Kingdom's electricity on a single morning in September 2025.
The Drax power plant in North Yorkshire generated 9% of the UK's electricity in July.
Despite plans to reduce biomass use, Drax will receive over £1 million daily in subsidies through 2031.
Critics say Drax's wood-sourcing claims are misleading, citing reports of burning ancient Canadian trees and urging cleaner energy options.

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Biomass provided 17% of the United Kingdom's electricity on a single morning in September 2025.
The Drax power plant in North Yorkshire generated 9% of the UK's electricity in July.
Despite plans to reduce biomass use, Drax will receive over £1 million daily in subsidies through 2031.
Critics say Drax's wood-sourcing claims are misleading, citing reports of burning ancient Canadian trees and urging cleaner energy options.