Coal power plant fire up shows no net zero without new nuclear

Posted by GMB Admin
Monday 6 September 2021
GMB Trade Union - Coal power plant fire up shows no net zero without new nuclear

GMB, the energy union, says the UK firing up an old coal power plant to meet electricity needs shows there can be no net zero without new nuclear.

National Grid ESO - which is responsible for balancing the UK's electricity supply - confirmed yesterday coal was providing 3% of national power. [1]

Andy Prendergast, GMB National Secretary, said:

“This is cast iron proof – if it were needed – there can be no net zero in the UK without new nuclear.

“Firing up belching coal power plants makes a mockery of the UK’s claim to be a world leader in green energy.”

“It’s simple stuff – we need a balanced energy mix to make sure we can keep the lights on when renewables don't generate as much power as normal.

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