UK wind power sets new summer record

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Wind farm's share of UK electricity mix peaks at 17 per cent as strong winds continue

The UK's wind energy industry set a new hourly output record for August late on Sunday, as strong winds led to a surge in renewable energy generation. According to figures from trade association RenewableUK,...

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