'Redefining energy security': Top businesses urge governments to redouble renewables efforts ahead of London Summit

James Murray
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'Redefining energy security': Top businesses urge governments to redouble renewables efforts ahead of London Summit

Over 130 businesses and trade associations back statement arguing renewables and energy efficiency can 'ensure long-term competitiveness, resilience, and prosperity in a rapidly changing world'

Over 100 of the world's largest businesses have today called on governments to "redefine energy security for the 21st century - anchoring renewables, energy efficiency, and system flexibility at the heart...

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