Offshore wind shortfall would cost households millions

Ministers have been warned that failing to meet offshore wind targets risks adding an extra £530 million a year onto household energy bills. Energy UK analysis reveals the upcoming Contracts for Difference auctions will fail to deliver the expansion of offshore wind needed for the UK to hit its renewable energy targets. Consequently the trade association has called for government intervention to attract more investment in the sector.

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