German green energy shake-up sparks row over costs

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Renewable energy surcharge rises by 47 per cent, but many businesses remain exempt

German consumers will see payments to support renewable energy developments increase 47 per cent from next year, despite the government hinting at plans to impose a new subsidy cap on wind and solar power....

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