'A much needed surge in momentum': Green economy reacts to latest record clean power auction

James Murray
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'A much needed surge in momentum': Green economy reacts to latest record clean power auction

Green economy stakeholders give warm welcome to government's latest clean energy auction results and release of much-anticipated Local Power Plan

The government this morning announced a dual boost to the UK's renewables sector, confirming a record wave of new clean power contracts for onshore wind and solar farm projects and unveiling a £1bn plan...

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