German wind sector set for surge in development

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Government plans to curb incentives for the wind sector could create boom in second half of the year

Germany's wind energy sector is reportedly set to see a surge in demand in the second half of the year, as developers rush to take advantage of higher subsidies before an expected cut in support levels....

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