Written questions

Wind Power

Lords · Question HL792 · Tabled 9 Jun 2026 · Department for Energy Security and Net Zero · Official record

Answered 23 Jun 2026

Question

Asked by Lord Rooker

To ask His Majesty's Government whether the UK's total offshore wind capacity over the past two years has been equal to, or greater than, the total offshore wind capacity in the preceding six years.

Answer

Answered by Lord Whitehead, 23 Jun 2026

The UK’s total offshore wind capacity and electricity generation, 2018-2025, are presented in this table: YearInstalled capacity (MW)Electricity generated (GWh)20188,18126,52520199,88831,975202010,38340,750202111,25535,597202213,84745,113202314,73249,6502...