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Britain records new wind power generation record, NESO says
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Posted on December 8, 2025
Last updated: January 8, 2026
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Published by Global Banking and Finance Review
Posted on December 8, 2025
Last updated: January 8, 2026
Dec 8 (Reuters) - Britain posted a new wind generation record, producing enough power for more than 23 million homes, the National Energy System Operator said on Monday.
NESO highlighted that wind generated 23,825 megawatts of electricity at 1730 GMT on December 5, beating the previous high of 22,711 MW set on November 11. At the time, wind supplied 47.4% of Britain's electricity demand.
Britain now hosts five of the world's largest offshore wind farms, and in July set a solar generation record of 14 GW, accounting for nearly 40% of power generation at the time, NESO added.
NESO said the country's 47 operational offshore wind farms provide nearly 17% of national electricity output.
(Reporting by Anushree Mukherjee in Bengaluru; Editing by Paul Simao)
Wind power generation is the process of converting wind energy into electricity using wind turbines. It is a renewable energy source that contributes to reducing carbon emissions and meeting electricity demands.
The National Energy System Operator (NESO) is responsible for overseeing the electricity transmission system in Great Britain, ensuring a reliable supply of electricity and managing the integration of renewable energy sources.
Offshore wind farms are wind energy installations located in bodies of water, typically in oceans or large lakes. They harness wind energy to generate electricity, often benefiting from stronger and more consistent winds.
Renewable energy is energy derived from natural sources that are replenished at a faster rate than they are consumed. Examples include solar, wind, hydroelectric, and geothermal energy.
Electricity demand refers to the total amount of electrical power required by consumers at any given time. It fluctuates based on factors like time of day, season, and economic activity.
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