Offshore wind boost as 2.8GW of new UK capacity edges closer to development

Michael Holder
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 The Rampion offshore wind farm is one of seven around the UK which could be extended if it secures planning permission
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The Rampion offshore wind farm is one of seven around the UK which could be extended if it secures planning permission

Crown Estate agrees to progress seven offshore wind extension projects towards construction rights designation following successful habitats assessment

More than 2.8GW of new UK renewable power capacity could be delivered through proposed offshore wind farm extensions, after The Crown Estate yesterday agreed to take forward seven projects to the planning...

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