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UK Green Energy Boost: 157 Solar Farms, Major Wind Project

2/13/2026

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The UK Government approved 157 new solar farms and the largest onshore wind project in a decade to cut energy costs.
Miliband said the project will deliver clean, affordable energy with costs over 50% lower than gas.
Local residents and heritage campaigners oppose the schemes due to visual impact.
The Contracts for Difference auction awarded 14.7 gigawatts of new clean power, enough for 16 million homes.

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The UK Government approved 157 new solar farms and the largest onshore wind project in a decade to cut energy costs.
Miliband said the project will deliver clean, affordable energy with costs over 50% lower than gas.
Local residents and heritage campaigners oppose the schemes due to visual impact.
The Contracts for Difference auction awarded 14.7 gigawatts of new clean power, enough for 16 million homes.