The UK's greenhouse gas emissions fell by 2.4% in 2025, reaching their lowest level in over 150 years, according to Carbon Brief analysis. This achievement is largely attributed to a 56% decrease in coal use, a 1.5% reduction in gas use, and a 0.9% drop in oil use. The end of coal power and a slowdown in the steel industry significantly contributed to these changes. The UK's emissions are now 54% below 1990 levels, while its GDP has nearly doubled. However, the country still has a long way to go to meet its legally binding net-zero target, requiring an average annual reduction of 15MtCO2e until 2050. The analysis highlights the importance of continued efforts in reducing emissions, particularly in the transport and power sectors, to achieve the UK's climate goals.
