Clegg and Huhne set out government commitment to renewables

21 Oct 2011 12:57 PM

Proposals to support renewable electricity and bring forward a surge of investment in our energy infrastructure were published by the Government yesterday.

The consultation proposes new support levels for large scale renewable electricity from 2013-17 (2014-17 for offshore wind) under the Renewables Obligation (RO).

Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg said:

“Investing in green energy boosts growth and creates jobs - the offshore wind sector alone could provide up to 66,000 jobs in this country by 2020.

“Supporting clean, green, secure energy is the right thing to do for both the environment and the economy.

“Today’s announcement makes clear the Government’s commitment to supporting long-term investment in the UK’s renewables industries.”

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