UK becomes first G7 nation to close its last coal-fired power plant

The United Kingdom has officially shut down its last coal-fired power plant, Ratcliffe-on-Soar, marking a significant milestone in the country's transition to cleaner energy sources. This move comes after the UK government announced plans in 2015 to close all coal-fired power stations by 2025 in an effort to reduce carbon emissions. The UK has been a major user of coal for electricity generation, with almost 30% of its electricity coming from coal in 2015. However, the country has since adopted ambitious emissions targets, aiming to end its contribution to global warming by 2050, making it the first major economy to do so.