Hydropower was the most energy efficient source out of all renewable energies used in England. In 2023, it had a load factor of 48 percent. By comparison, the load factor of onshore wind was notably lower, at 25.4 percent that same year. Solar photovoltaic had the lowest utilization rate.
Average load factor of renewable energies in England in 2023, by source
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