GB Energy: Expanded solar rollout to save NHS trusts estimated £65m

Stuart Stone
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Solar scheme's latest phase to enable tens of millions of pounds to be reinvested in frontline services at more than 70 NHS sites, government says

Thirty-four NHS trusts are to enjoy energy bills savings of up to £65m that will help them bolster frontline services, after installing solar panels funded by Great British Energy. The Department for...

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