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IN THEIR OWN WORDS 2: Renewable energy.

25 Aug 2017


WHAT WILL the political parties vying to run our country do about renewable energy?

The Science Media Centre asked all parties this question:


  • What policy proposals does your party make to boost uptake of renewable energy use, electric vehicles and to improve energy efficiency?



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