UK halves emissions
Wednesday 03 Apr 2024
The UK has become the first major economy to halve its emissions, achieving a 50% reduction between 1990 and 2022 while experiencing a nearly 80% growth in the economy, according to new official statistics.
This accomplishment surpasses France’s 23% reduction and the US status quo during the same period.
Renewables now contribute nearly 40% of the UK’s electricity, up from just 7% in 2010.
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