REA slams 'surprise' cut in RHI support for new biomass CHP plants

Michael Holder
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Renewable Energy Association claims changes could damage investor confidence and put new CHP biomass projects at risk

The Renewable Energy Association has hit out at "surprise" changes to the Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) scheme which it says will mean a reduction in support for new biomass combined heat and power (CHP)...

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