UK's Net Zero Project Faces Backlash Over Chinese Steel

UKs Net Zero Teesside project, aiming to be the worlds first gas-fired power station with carbon capture, faces criticism for potential reliance on Chinese steel. Industry leaders argue that sourcing materials from overseas undermines national interests and job creation, as the project receives public funding. The plant, set to start operation in 2028, highlights the challenge of balancing global sourcing and domestic job growth in the pursuit of net zero goals.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.