'Cost-effective energy measures' bill could save UK £12bn a year

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Sustainable Energy Association calls on MPs to adopt industry penned bill for national strategy to accelerate energy efficiency in buildings

Improving energy efficiency in buildings could save the UK £12bn each year according to the industry organisation behind proposals for a new 'Cost Effective Energy Measures Bill'. The proposals for...

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