EDF Energy Renewables snaps up 600MW Scottish wind farm project portfolio

James Murray
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Vote of confidence in onshore wind sector as energy giant purchase 11 wind farm sites, including three that already have planning permission

Hopes that the Scottish onshore wind industry could be revived over the coming years received a major boost today with the news EDF Energy Renewables has acquired 11 wind farm sites boasting the potential...

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