Why it is time for a Big Energy Vision

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Paul King of the UK Green Building Council explains why businesses and NGOs are coming together to highlight how greener buildings can save everyone money

A year ago Labour Leader Ed Miliband promised to freeze home energy bills for 20 months if his party wins the General Election in May. The Prime Minister David Cameron responded by cutting the so called...

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