Record-breakers: UK rooftop solar and offshore wind power hit new highs

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Two separate reports released today by MCS and The Crown Estate celebrate fresh renewable records for both the solar and offshore wind sectors

A flurry of new renewable records have been confirmed today with figures showing the number of homes installing roof solar panels has increased by 114 per cent while energy generated from offshore wind...

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