Net Zero advocates MUST tell 'unpalatable truth' moving to renewables comes at cost, economist warns
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Net Zero advocates must tell the "unpalatable truth" moving to renewable energy comes at a cost, a leading economist has said.
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Wind and solar power are frequently cited as cheaper forms of energy, with the Government insisting bills will fall as more renewables come online.
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But Professor Sir Dieter Helm warned there "is no free lunch in decarbonisation".
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Thousands of solar panels were installed on British homes last month against soaring prices sparked by the Gulf conflict.
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In total, 27,000 solar installations took place in March – the highest monthly total in a decade.
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