How abandoned land can power a fair energy transition

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There’s huge potential in transforming brownfield land from an environmental liability and eyesore into local renewable energy generators, writes academic Harry Radzuan

Across the UK, millions of households are struggling to afford to heat their homes. Energy poverty has risen sharply since 2021, with around six million households unable to keep warm without cutting back...

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