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The France – England match of decarbonisation: the British comeback
In 1990, France led 3–0 on the climate scoreboard: an 85% carbon-free electricity mix, thanks to nuclear and hydropower. On the other side of the Channel, the United Kingdom is starting from a long way, mired in coal and oil, which produce more than 70% of electricity. And yet, three decades later, the British are back in the game with great strides. Between a clear strategy, renewable energy in force and the acceleration of nuclear power, Great Britain is now challenging France in the race towards carbon neutrality.
Who is really in charge? Who decarbonises most effectively? Update on the France-England match on the field of decarbonisation.
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