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This report by Ember reviews 25 years of offshore wind development in Britain, tracing its growth from the first 'truly offshore' wind farm at Blyth in 2000 to a sector that now provides 17% of the country's total electricity generation. It highlights the industry's role in re-industrialisation, the success of the 'Contracts for Difference' policy, and the challenges posed by supply chain constraints and inflation.

This guide provides a comprehensive framework for local governments to preserve and enhance biological diversity within urban environments. It emphasizes the role of municipal authorities in integrating biodiversity into strategic planning, managing green infrastructure, and engaging local communities to improve urban quality of life and ecosystem services.