Energy supplies from biomass have reached a record 14% share of the UK power mix.
That’s according to the latest report by Drax Electric Insights which found in the early hours of 26th May, biomass supplied 13.79% of Britain’s electricity.
The previous record of 13% was set earlier this year.
Drax suggests biomass has generated more power than solar energy this year and notes it has contributed to a reduction in emissions and wholesale power prices.
A new UK #record for #biomass generation found by #ElectricInsights. ⚡️🌿🇬🇧
In the early hours of yesterday (26 May, 2020), biomass supplied 13.79% of Britain’s #electricity – beating the previous record of 13% set earlier this year. 📊⤵️
💻➡️ https://t.co/Zle6X1TG8o pic.twitter.com/0kN6xqtV4h
— Drax (@DraxGroup) May 27, 2020
Drax Power Station, which supplies 12% of the UK’s renewable power, has converted three-quarters of its generating units from coal to compressed wood pellets in recent years.
