Britain's offshore wind capacity achieved a record-breaking performance last week, providing 65 per cent of the country's total electricity demand as a series of low-pressure systems swept across the North Sea.

The performance meant that gas-fired power stations were almost entirely sidelined, leading to a significant drop in carbon intensity for the national grid. The Hornsea 2 project alone generated enough power for over 2 million homes.

"The North Sea is the new North Sea Oil," said the Energy Secretary. "Our commitment to renewables is not just about the climate; it's about energy security and lowering bills for everyone."

National Grid ESO has called for faster investment in battery storage and interconnectors to manage the massive influx of intermittent power and prevent wasteful 'curtailment' during peak generation periods.