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Two Thistle Wind Partners-owned Scottish offshore wind farms have entered the consenting phase of development.

An OEUK report says by the end of 2024, the UK will have 18% of the estimated 85 GW of global offshore capacity.

The UK won’t meet its offshore wind targets until 2048, according to research from the Institute for Public Policy and Research (IPPR).

The Energy Networks Association (ENA) has called on the next government to create a stable policy and regulatory environment for long-term investment and supply chain capacity. Its members are set to invest £33 billion into the distribution and transmission system.

An International Energy Agency (IEA) report shows that countries’ ambitions and implementation plans are not yet in line with goals set at COP28.

National Grid ESO says Great Britain’s electricity grid is expected to have sufficient operational surplus throughout winter. This year has a de-rated margin of 5.6GW (9.4%) which is higher than last year.

RenewableUK Cymru has called on the next government to fast-track Wales’ transition to renewable energy in its 2024 manifesto.

Research by the Association for Decentralised Energy (ADE) shows the Greater Manchester region could unlock £18.2 billion of new investment through a transition to heat networks.

EDF Energy has committed to working with the next government to enable Britain to achieve net zero, publishing its priorities for government.

Mossy Hill Shetland, a 12-turbine wind farm development and substation in Shetland, has had its energy generation licence granted.