News · 3 August 2026
Solar panels generate record share of British electricity during July
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Sunnier weather across the nation helped renewable technology supply 14.4 per cent of all electricity generated in Britain last month. National Energy System Operator data shows this beat the previous high of 12.4 per cent recorded in May. Industry figures say solar has transformed from a tiny fraction into a major player in the energy mix.
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