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UK's First Geothermal Plant Powers 10,000 Homes

2/27/2026

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  • The United Downs Geothermal Power Plant in Cornwall began operations as the UK's first geothermal facility, generating 3 MW of renewable electricity and 100 tonnes of lithium carbonate annually.
  • Ryan Law, CEO of United Downs Geothermal, noted expansion plans.
  • The £50 million budget aims to supply power for 10,000 homes.
  • Energy Minister Alan Whitehead called it a groundbreaking moment for energy innovation.