New statistics released by the DESNZ show that renewables generated a record 53.1 per cent of the UK’s electricity in the first quarter of the year, an increase of 7.4 per cent compared to the same period in 2025.

The latest Energy Trends shows that renewable electricity generation hit 43.7TWh, representing an increase of 18 per cent compared to the first quarter of 2025 (37TWh).

This was largely driven by a significant increase in wind generation, which accounted for over 29 per cent of electricity during the last quarter and saw an increase of 30 per cent compared to the same period last year, thanks to both increased capacity and higher wind speeds.

Low carbon generation, which includes renewables alongside nuclear energy, accounted for 63.8 per cent of electricity generation, up 6.5 per cent on the same period last year.

By renewable type, wind generation produced 35.6 per cent of total generation (29.3TWh), or 60.8 per cent of all renewable electricity, with offshore wind provided 20.5 per cent and onshore wind providing 15.1 per cent.

Alongside wind, solar energy was the only other renewable technology to see an increase in generation during the last quarter, up 1.8 per cent to 2.7TWh.

RenewableUK's executive director of policy and engagement, Ana Musat, said: “Renewable energy continues to break records, and these latest figures further underline its position as the backbone of our power system. Wind has once again led the way, with a significant increase that has seen it comprehensively outstrip costly and volatile gas. As legacy assets retire over the next few years, increased generation from renewables will continue to play a key role in guaranteeing our energy security.”

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