REA comments on record levels of solar power being generated
- At 12:30 on Monday 21st April, solar generation reached a peak of 9.68GW
Dr Nina Skorupska CBE FEI, Chief Executive at the REA commented:
“In a time when positive news is few and far between, renewables continue to signal towards a brighter and more hopeful future. Less than two weeks after breaking the record for power generation in Q1, renewables have once again raised the bar with solar power reaching an impressive 9.68GW peak this week.
“This is an astonishing feat and indicates only the beginning of what the industry is capable of. However, for this to continue into the future, the renewables and clean technologies industry needs assurance that in this trying time the fight against climate change remains a priority for the Government.”
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Notes to Editors
- At 12:30 on Monday, solar generation reached a peak of 9.68GW, according to the Sheffield Solar live PV generation tracker.
About the REA
The REA is the UK’s largest trade association for renewable energy and clean technologies with around 550 members operating across heat, transport, and power. The REA is a not-for-profit organisation that represents renewable energy and clean technology companies operating in over fourteen sectors, ranging from biogas and renewable fuels to solar and electric vehicle charging. Membership ranges from major multinationals to sole traders.
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