RenewableUK warns UK Government of delaying Hornsea 4

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Responding to today’s announcement by the Planning Inspectorate of a delay of nearly five months before the Secretary of State takes a final decision on granting approval for Hornsea 4 offshore wind farm, RenewableUK's Executive Director of Policy Ana Musat said:

"Today’s decision to delay the Development Consent Order for Hornsea 4 is particularly disappointing as it will now take longer to meet our renewables targets. This landmark offshore wind project has the potential to supply an enormous 2.6 gigawatts of clean electricity to the grid, displacing expensive gas, reducing bills and boosting our energy security. At a time... ... More: Official Press Release RenewableUK

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