<ul><li>The UK's greenhouse gas emissions fell by 3.6% in 2024, with coal use dropping to its lowest level since 1666.</li><li>Contributions to the emission reduction included the closure of the UK's last coal-fired power station and blast furnace.</li><li>Factors such as a rise in electric vehicles, above-average temperatures, and cleaner electricity also played a role.</li><li>In 2024, emissions reached 371m tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent, the lowest level since 1872.</li><li>Emissions are now 54% below 1990 levels, while GDP has grown by 84%.</li><li>Around half of the emission drop in 2024 was due to reduced coal demand, which reached the lowest level since 1666.</li><li>The closure of coal-fired power stations and blast furnaces significantly impacted emission reductions.</li><li>The UK's shift away from coal power towards low-carbon sources has been a key factor in emissions cuts.</li><li>In 2024, lower coal use in heavy industry, particularly in steel production, contributed to emission reductions.</li><li>The rise of electric vehicles also played a significant role in reducing oil-related emissions.</li></ul>

Analysis: UK emissions fall 3.6% in 2024 as coal use drops to lowest since 1666

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