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UK government unveils new energy and net zero plan

Ministers outlined proposals on Thursday for the UK to become less dependent on overseas fossil fuels, cut carbon emissions, and lower energy bills.

The Powering Up Britain strategy aims to deliver the cheapest electricity in Europe by 2035 through investment in renewable and nuclear power.

The 1,000-page plan includes dozens of new measures to this end, including £240 million in funding for hydrogen initiatives, looser planning laws for onshore and offshore wind and solar, and increased support for the nuclear industry.

It also sets out in detail Britain’s route to net zero, after the High Court ruled last summer that the original plan was not comprehensive enough. 

While the document has been welcomed by many, others have criticised specific aspects, such as its support for carbon capture technology and lack of funding for home insulation.

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