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Wind turbines on brown hills under a blue sky
July 1, 2024

Statkraft reduces clean energy tech targets

Norwegian energy company Statkraft has announced that it will reduce its targets for building solar PV, battery energy storage systems (BESS) and wind farms from 2026.
An offshore wind farm under a blue sky with puffy white clouds
June 17, 2024

RenewableUK: global offshore wind hits 75GW milestone

Industry body RenewableUK published a report today (17 June) showing that global offshore wind operational capacity has increased by over a fifth in the last year.
A wind turbine stands next to a crane working to install it.
June 17, 2024

SSE Renewables installs final turbine for Yellow River Wind Farm

SSE Renewables has installed the final wind turbine for the Yellow River Wind Farm in County Offaly, Ireland.
Image of wind farm from shoreline at sundown
June 3, 2024

MPs out of sync with voters on energy security, poll reveals

A new poll shows a stark contrast between MPs and the public on energy security, highlighting support for renewables over fossil fuels.
The wind farm will feature 12 wind turbines. Image: SSE.
May 17, 2024

SSE to build 50MW Scottish wind farm

SSE is set to develop Aberarder Wind Farm, a 50MW project in the Scottish Highlands, after taking a final investment decision.
A render of a new wind turbine testing facility
May 15, 2024

UK invests £86 million to hasten super turbine development

UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) has approved an £85.6 million funding package to give the UK the edge in developing offshore wind technologies.
Floating offshore wind farms are also being explored in Ireland. Image: EDF.
February 22, 2024

Floating offshore wind in the Celtic Sea could be worth up to £1.4 billion

The Crown Estate has released research indicating that the floating offshore wind opportunity in the Celtic Sea could be worth up to £1.4 billion.
Northern Ireland has benefitted significantly from natural wind resources, but a lack of national governance has hindered its net zero ambitions. Image: Kenneth Allen (geograph).
February 6, 2024

Northern Ireland: A renewable energy success story?

As a country, Northern Ireland (NI) has reached significant milestones in the renewable energy sector, which remain unprecedented for its neighbouring nations.
Northern Ireland saved £243 million in 2023 by using wind power. Image: Rossographer.
January 22, 2024

NI saves £243 million from wind power in 2023 

Wind Energy Ireland, with the help of energy specialists Baringa, has reported that Northern Irish wind farms saved a total of £243 million in 2023.
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January 8, 2024

Britain’s 2023 electricity mix in review

With December crowned Britain’s greenest energy month of the year, Current± reviewed the nation’s electricity mix in 2023.

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