Report: UK losing out in global green race

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Green Alliance warns UK's high-flying low carbon sector is being undermined by a lack of political leadership and unfocused policy

The UK must raise its game on low carbon policy if it is to fend off global competitors and maintain its leading position in green markets. That is the conclusion of a new report by think tank Green...

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