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Manchester to scrap solar farm investment
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22 Jun 23
Manchester City Council is set to shelve a proposed purchase of a solar farm amid concerns over the viability of the investment.
Council seeks approval on £39m solar investment
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11 Jan 22
Manchester City Council has proposed spending up to £39m to invest in renewable energy, to contribute towards its net zero ambitions.
Borough to borrow £20m for solar investment
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3 Aug 21
Wokingham Borough Council has approved plans to borrow more than £20m to create a solar farm to help offset carbon emissions and generate income.
Renewables firms call for removal of business rates 'barrier'
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13 Aug 20
Trade bodies representing the renewables industry has written to chancellor Rishi Sunak requesting a package of tax measures to help the sector.
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