UK backs biggest English onshore windfarm in a decade among 190 green energy projects

I think it's kinda funny that people are still hyped about 'zero-carbon' this and 'clean energy' that...like, what's the point of making electricity if we're just gonna use more of it? 🤔 I mean, have you seen those subsidies they gave to solar farms in 2024? £65.23/mwh is crazy! That's like, a lot of cash for a bunch of panels on the roof...or in this case, a bunch of turbines in Cornwall. But let's be real, it's all just about saving face and getting votes from the eco-warriors 🤷‍♂️. I'm not saying fossil fuels are great or anything, but can't we just talk about the cost-effectiveness of these new renewables instead of throwing around buzzwords? The Imerys project is cool and all, but 20 megawatts? That's nothing compared to what those Scottish onshore windfarms got... 🤑
 
I was just thinking about how much I love trying out new recipes in the kitchen 🍳, and I had this idea for a chicken stir-fry with some weird combination of veggies that I found on Pinterest 🤔... anyway, back to wind farms - 16 million homes is crazy! Do you think we'll ever run out of energy? I mean, have you seen those new solar-powered cars? 🚀
 
😊 I think it's awesome that the UK is giving subsidies to those renewable energy projects, especially the big onshore windfarm in Cornwall! It's like a huge step forward for the country trying to go zero-carbon 💚. I mean, who wouldn't want cleaner power and lower bills? £72.24/MWh is still pretty cheap compared to gas 🤑. The fact that onshore wind and solar are the cheapest options left is also super encouraging! Scotland's got some sweet deals too 😊. It's all about progress and trying to break free from those fossil fuel states controlling our energy 🌎. Can't wait to see what other eco-friendly moves the UK government makes next 💪!
 
🚨 Just saw this news and I'm stoked that the UK is moving towards a virtual zero-carbon grid! 💚 It's crazy to think we're gonna be powered entirely by clean energy in just 4 years 🕰️. The stats are insane - 190 new renewable energy projects, including the biggest onshore windfarm in England in decades 🌬️. That's like, a lot of windmills spinning and solar panels shining bright 💡.

I mean, it makes sense that onshore wind is now cheaper than building and operating gas 🔩. The subsidies are pretty sweet too - £65.23/MWh for solar farms and £72.24/MWh for onshore windfarms 🤑. That's like, a small fortune compared to what the fossil fuel industry would charge us 🤑.

But here's the thing: these prices reflect the changing macroeconomic conditions 😬. It's not just about politics; it's about supply chain pressures and stuff 💸. Offshore windfarms are still gonna be more expensive than onshore wind or solar, though 🌊.

The big takeaway is that we're finally moving towards a future where energy isn't controlled by petrostates and dictators 🚫. The UK's leading the way here, and it's awesome to see Labour taking steps to revive the onshore wind industry 🎉. We can power 16 million homes with this new renewable energy contracts - that's like, a lot of people, man 🌟.

Here are some rough stats for your reference:

* Total subsidy cost: £13 billion
* Number of new renewable energy projects: 190
* UK homes powered by these projects: 16 million
* Onshore wind energy cost per megawatt hour: £72.24/MWh
* Solar farm energy cost per megawatt hour: £65.23/MWh
 
I'm not sure about this whole renewable energy thing... I mean, £72.24/MWh is still a pretty penny 🤑. And what's with all these subsidies? It feels like the government is just throwing money at problems instead of solving them through innovation and efficiency. I know Labour wants to achieve a zero-carbon power grid within four years, but how are they going to make it happen without making it cost too much for consumers? I'm worried that we'll be stuck with astronomical electricity bills in no time 💸. And have you seen the prices for offshore windfarms? That's just crazy 🤯. Maybe they should focus on finding new ways to make onshore wind and solar more efficient before handing out all these contracts...
 
🌎💚 I think its a game changer for England to give subsidies to these renewable energy projects, especially with their plan to go zero-carbon in just 4 years! Its crazy how much they're offering (20 megawatts is a lot) and it makes so much sense that clean British power is the way forward 🌟. I mean, who needs more fossil fuels when you've got the tech to generate electricity from sun & wind? 💪 The fact that its cheaper than building & operating gas is just icing on the cake 🍰. And with 16 million homes powered by these projects... that's a huge step in the right direction for our planet 🌎💚
 
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