Cottam closure to take UK coal power plant count down to six
EDF Energy announces closure of Cottam coal-fired power station in Nottinghamshire, citing 'challenging market conditions', as government survey again highlights renewables popularity
The number of operational coal-fired power stations in the UK is set to fall further with the news today EDF Energy is to close its 2GW Cottam coal power plant in September. EDF said "challenging market...
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