25 September 2026

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Explained – The UK’s new wind power strategy

Chris Lomas

After the government revealed its long-awaited energy strategy this week, there is a notable push for new offshore wind capacity.

Ministers hope the new plans will generate up to 50 gigawatts of offshore wind power by 2030.

But why is the government still reluctant to commit to onshore wind power? Chris Lomas breaks down the government’s new wind power strategy.

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