General Article Scottish wind power smashes 100% production threshold

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Scottish wind power produced more than 100% of the threshold for the first time, generating enough energy to power six million homes.

By David McPhee 

The National Grid energy requirement for November saw both on and offshore wind produce more than the required demand on 20 of 30 days.

Powering 109% of the total energy requirement, the new figures set a new record for wind generation in Scotland.

Gina Hanrahan, head of policy at WWF Scotland said: ‘Wind power breaking through the magic 100% threshold is truly momentous.

‘For months output has flirted around the 97% mark, so it’s fantastic to reach this milestone. It’s also worth noting that 20 out of 30 days, wind production outstripped demand.

‘Most of this is onshore wind, which we know is popular, cheap and effective. But the UK government needs to allow it to compete with other technologies, by unlocking market access for onshore wind if it’s to realise its full potential.’

The National Grid said the best day for wind generation...

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