UK’s New Plan Aims to Make Renewables "Dominant" Energy Source by 2030
Photo: david.nikonvscanon , Flickr, CC The plans are being called the “largest shakeup of the UK energy sector” since the 1980s, and indeed, if implemented, they could have a profound impact on carbon emissions. The proposal, announced by UK energy and climate secretary Chris Huhne, would seek to position renewable sources as the “dominant” sources of energy generation by 2030, the Guardian reports. Among the initiatives is putting a floor price on carbon, investing in energy efficiency measures like smart meters, and limiting the emissions of coal plants. … Read the full story on TreeHugger
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UK’s New Plan Aims to Make Renewables "Dominant" Energy Source by 2030
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