Britain’s new Labour government launched its flagship green energy infrastructure plan on Tuesday, announcing a multi-billion-pound partnership with the business arm of the royal family to develop offshore wind farms. The UK currently produces only 14 gigawatts of energy through offshore wind, according to government data. The government was introducing its legislation to establish GB Energy into parliament on Thursday. The government says GB Energy will have five key functions, including leading projects and building supply chains. But the Conservatives’ energy spokeswoman Claire Coutinho called GB Energy “nothing but a gimmick that will end up costing families, not cutting bills”.

Source: Nigerian Tribune July 25, 2024 20:14 UTC