The Coal Legacy
Coal played a crucial role in driving the Industrial Revolution, particularly through its transformation into coke for iron and steel production. However, its widespread use led to severe air pollution, exemplified by catastrophic smog events in London that claimed thousands of lives. Despite the shift towards electrification in the 20th century, coal remains a dominant energy source, with a staggering percentage of global electricity still generated from coal-fired plants.In this clip
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