Sunday’s figure beat the 21% previous high set on August 11, said RenewableUK, citing figures from National Grid.

The 22% meant wind outshone coal’s 13% share and nudged close to nuclear (24%) and gas (26%).

"We're seeing very high levels of generation from wind throughout August so far, proving yet again that onshore and offshore wind has become an absolutely fundamental component in this country's energy mix," said RenewableUK's director of external affairs, Jennifer Webber.

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