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Britain’s grid operator calls for more electricity as temperatures soar

Britain’s grid operator calls for more electricity as temperatures soar
Financial Times Wednesday 24 June 2026, 10:52 UTC 1 min read
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Extreme heat increases demand for power and reduces efficiency of solar panels

Extreme heat increases demand for power and reduces efficiency of solar panels
Britain (LOCATION)
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