UK renewables and clean tech market tipped to double in size by 2035

James Murray
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UK renewables and clean tech market tipped to double in size by 2035

Annual REA state of the industry report reveals sector already employs over 140,000 people, but warns policy action needed to accelerate clean energy transition

The UK's renewable energy and clean tech sector is set to continue its rapid expansion, with the market projected to more than double in size by 2035 rising from £22bn currently to £46bn. That is the...

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