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Britain’s Last Coal-Fired Power Plant Closes

Ratcliffe-on-Soar facility shuts down, ending an energy era

25 June 2025 · 23:49 UTC

The Ratcliffe-on-Soar power station, Britain’s last operational coal-fired plant, officially ceased operations in October 2024, marking a historic end to the country’s coal dependency.

The closure aligns with national climate targets and represents a major milestone in the UK’s transition to renewable energy.