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Derbyshire County Council votes to oppose greenfield solar and battery schemes

Derbyshire County Council has voted to oppose large-scale solar farms and battery storage on greenfield sites.

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UK remains second to China as global offshore wind capacity surges

Global capacity for fully operational offshore wind farms has reached 80.9 GW, a 15% rise from 70.2 GW a year ago. 

Ensuring brighter days ahead in the glare of a solar revolution

Fluke's Paul Feenstra explores the essential tools needed to ensure safety, efficiency, and compliance in Europe’s growing solar energy sector.

Government urged to tap into solar car parks as Sunshine Bill returns to Parliament

A renewable energy specialist is encouraging the Government to capitalise on solar carports in the UK as part of its Sunshine Bill.

Despite tripling renewables by 2050, Europe likely to still miss net zero target

Europe’s renewable energy capacity is on track to more than triple by 2050, yet it’s still unlikely to be enough to achieve net zero.

Renewables generated nearly half of Ireland’s electricity in December 2024

Renewable energy sources delivered nearly half of Ireland’s electricity demand in December 2024, according to provisional data from grid operator EirGrid. 

RES offers ‘biodiverse’ solar farm to win over planners in Hertfordshire

RES has submitted a planning application for a 49.9 MW solar farm in Hertfordshire, aiming to generate enough power for around 15,000 homes. 

Renewables procurement must reach record levels to meet 2030 clean power target

The UK Government will need to procure historic levels of renewable energy in upcoming CfD auctions to meet its 2030 clean power target.

Solar farms report ‘unprecedented’ surge in cable thefts

DeterTech has reported a significant increase in cable thefts targeting solar farms and battery storage facilities. 

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