Wind and solar drive record drop in global coal in 2020 - Ember
Wind and solar have driven a record fall in global coal generation in 2020, although this was heavily impacted by the low electricity demand caused by COVID-19.
Articles tagged with: coal
UK carbon intensity from electricity more than halves but greater flexibility needed
The UK’s electricity system has decarbonised twice as fast as any other major economy, according to a new report by Drax Electric Insights.
Low wind scuppers latest coal-free run as it ends at 55 days
Great Britain’s latest coal free run – which spanned 55 days – has come to an end due to low wind and tighter margins.
More ambitious policy is needed ‘and fast’ for the UK to hit net zero
Nine out of ten energy professionals say the UK is currently off-track to reach net zero by 2050.
Record start to 2020 for renewable generation
In Q1 of 2020, renewables generated a record 47% of the UK's electricity, according to new figures from the Department of Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS).
Coal absent from GB grid for two months as it continues to smash records
Great Britain has gone a staggering two months without coal generation, smashing previous records.
McKinsey: Renewables are ‘pivotal piece of the 1.5-degree puzzle’ but CCS needed
International consultancy McKinsey has said that renewable energy is a pivotal part of meeting the 1.5 degree climate limitations, but drastic change is needed to expand in time.
COVID-19 causes 'extraordinary' 35% drop in coal generation
Coal generation in the UK has fallen by 35% in the last month due to COVID-19.
Drax to shakeup management structure for generation business as Andy Koss steps down
Drax is transitioning its executive management structure for its generation business.