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Wind Power Surpasses Gas in Generating Electricity in the UK for the First Time

By Patrick VaughnMay 11, 20232 Mins Read
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According to new data released by Drax Electric Insights, wind power has generated more electricity than gas-fired power stations in the United Kingdom (UK) for the first time in Q1 2023. Wind power supplied 32.4% of the country's electricity, outpacing gas which delivered 31.7%. The findings are part of the quarterly Drax Electric Insights report,

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