Seven European countries were committed on December 18 to eliminate CO2-emitting power plants from their power system by 2035, Reuters reported.
Six EU members, including Germany, France, Austria, Belgium, Luxembourg and the Netherlands and non-EU Switzerland together pledged to integrate large amounts of low-carbon power into the power network.
These countries account for nearly half of the total power generation in EU, with Germany and France being two largest contributors.
While the EU sourced 41% of its electricity from renewable sources in 2022, the intensity of CO2 emissions from power generation varies widely among member states, according to Reuters.
For instance, Poland with high share of coal use has the most CO2-intensive power production among these countries. Austria already derives over three-quarters of its electricity from renewables, while France relies on CO2 emissions-free nuclear power for approximately 70% of its energy.
Think-tank Ember pointed out the feasibility of the goal. Wind and solar power could contribute up to 80% of electricity by that date, with coal and gas power largely phased out, according to its modeling.
(Writing by Emma Yang Editing by Harry Huo)
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