UK renewable sector could top £50bn by 2020

Will Nichols
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Industry poised for expansion if green targets are met, although separate study warns Big Six investment in clean energy may fall

Meeting the UK's renewable energy targets would create a world-leading industry capable of supporting 400,000 jobs and saving the country £60bn in oil and gas imports, according to a new analysis released...

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