What happened: Britain generated a record 14.1GW of solar electricity on Monday, surpassing last year’s peak, then raised the record again to 14.4GW on Tuesday. Meanwhile, the UK approved its largest solar farm to date.
Why it matters:
- These records highlight the growing contribution of solar energy to the UK’s low-carbon power supply.
- The approval of the biggest solar farm supports the country’s renewable energy targets and energy security.
MNN Take: Sunny spring weather helped push solar output to new highs, showing the potential of solar power in the UK’s energy mix. The new farm approval indicates ongoing investment in renewable infrastructure.
Sources: Guardian UK