Ofgem sparks controversy with new rules on green tariffs

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Power companies wishing to offer green tariffs will be required to make additional efforts to reduce carbon over and above those already required by law

Energy regulator Ofgem today released new, stricter guidelines for green energy tariffs, to a mixed reaction from suppliers. The changes will mean that suppliers offering green tariffs will be forced...

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