SSE powers through 2GW renewables record

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Utility says its renewable energy powered three million homes from 28 December to 4 January

SSE has set a new record for producing renewable energy, breaking the 2GW peak production mark through its fleet of wind farms and hydro stations. The utility confirmed today that its renewable energy...

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