UK wind energy record smashed yet again

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Grid operator confirms wind generation yesterday almost topped 17GW for the first time

UK wind energy generation almost surpassed 17GW on Tuesday, breaking the previous record that was set on Sunday. According to National Grid's energy distribution arm, 16,873MW of electricity was generated...

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