Most read stories of 2011

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From Brazilian wind power to solar subsidy scandals, we run down the top stories of 2011

1. Brazilian wind power cheaper than natural gas Cost competitiveness of renewables underlined as wind energy projects win 78 of 92 energy auctions 2. Solar tariffs expected to be cut to 21p per...

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