Just a few days ago, the United Kingdom closed its last coal-fired power station, heralding the end of an era. After 142 years, when the world’s first coal-fired power station was commissioned in London in 1882, the country is giving up this fossil fuel. Coal was a primary source of energy for centuries and played a crucial role in global economic growth. This closure appears to be an important milestone on the road to a more sustainable future, where the future of coal seems uncertain.
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