Britain ‘hog-tied’ to China for a third of wind power
- Posted on September 2, 2026
- By The Times
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In brief
Britain's renewable energy sector faces significant dependency on Chinese manufacturers, with state-linked enterprises controlling approximately one-third of wind power infrastructure. Security analysts express concern about foreign investment in critical energy assets, particularly involving firms flagged by US authorities for potential military connections. This dependency raises questions about supply chain resilience and national security implications for UK's transition to sustainable energy sources.
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Britain ‘hog-tied’ to China for a third of wind power
Chinese companies, including ones blacklisted by the US over military links, dominate British renewable infrastructure and pose a security risk, experts say
