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South Korea shuts down 10 coal-fired plants

It is ramping up its efforts to curb pollution.

Reuters reports that South Korea has shut down 10 coal-fired power plants as part of its anti-pollution campaign, citing the energy ministry.

The shutdown comes after the government said last month it would idle up as much as 15 coal-fired power plants between December and February, while its remaining plants are expected to supply sufficient power.

In a statement late Monday, the energy ministry said 41 coal-fired power plants would operate at 80% capacity.

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