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UK's Renewables Surge: 45% Electricity from Clean Sources

1/3/2025

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In 2024, the UK celebrated a milestone in clean energy, with renewables powering 45% of its electricity and low-carbon sources hitting 58%. While coal and gas use was cut in half, fossil fuels still made up 29%. Experts call for a quicker transition, anticipating wind energy will overtake gas as the top power source by 2025.

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In 2024, the UK celebrated a milestone in clean energy, with renewables powering 45% of its electricity and low-carbon sources hitting 58%. While coal and gas use was cut in half, fossil fuels still made up 29%. Experts call for a quicker transition, anticipating wind energy will overtake gas as the top power source by 2025.