Onshore windfarm applications in England reach a ten-year high
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Onshore windfarm applications in England reach a ten-year high

23 Aug 2026 · Originally published 23 Aug 2026 8/10 Original headline: Onshore windfarm applications hit 10-year high in England
Following the removal of previous planning restrictions, developers submitted 45 applications for new onshore windfarms in the year to March. This surge in proposals marks a decade-high level of activity, signalling a shift in the country's approach to renewable energy infrastructure.
Source: Guardian Env England
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