Electricity from renewables’ highest ever
From reading the statistics for quarter 3 of 2010 released by the Department of Energy and Climate Change, electricity delivered to the national grid from renewable energy sources is at its highest, contributing 8.6% of electricity to the grid. This puts the UK close to reaching its target of 10%.
Comparing the 3rd quarter of 2009 the supply from renewables’ rose by 23.1%, which wind increased to 36.9 percent due to increased capacity. With many more onshore and offshore wind farms in the pipeline, wind will continue to be a major contributor to the UK’s energy supply.
Alex Murley, RenewableUK Head of Technical Affairs, commented:
“We have been forecasting that wind will make an important contribution to the UK’s electricity supply within a comparatively short time frame. Wind is also set to provide not just clean electricity, but the jobs and the economic regeneration this country needs. Onshore the British Isles have the best wind resource in Europe, while offshore we are world-leaders. Building on these undeniable facts could transform the UK into a regional renewable energy powerhouse”
The full press release and statistics can be seen here: DECC Press Release this is a PDF and requires Adobe Reader to be installed on your computer.
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