thermal power generation
Refers to generating electricity by burning fuels such as coal, oil, or natural gas. Common in energy and environmental contexts.
日本では火力発電が電力供給の中心です。
In Japan, thermal power generation is the main source of electricity supply.
火力発電所から二酸化炭素が多く排出される。
A large amount of carbon dioxide is emitted from thermal power plants.
This country still relies on thermal power generation.
Many developing countries depend on thermal power generation.
In Japan, the proportion of thermal power generation is still high.