Shell inks ground-breaking solar supply deal with British Solar Renewables

BusinessGreen staff
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Following oil giant's surprise entry into utility sector last month, Shell seals five year power purchase deal for solar electricity

Shell is continuing its solar investment spree, today announcing a five-year deal with British Solar Renewables (BSR) to buy power from its Bradenstoke solar plant. Just weeks after announcing plans...

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