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We are being driven by our dependency on oil and the need to cut CO2 emissions to find alternative energy sources. But is the future nuclear, coal or renewables? Each has its advantages and its critics but we need to get it right. The social, political, environmental and economic consequences demand nothing less

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Smart meters delayed by a year for millions of homes
Plans to roll-out smart meters for gas and electricity to millions of homes and businesses across the country have been pushed back by a year, ministers have confirmed

National Trust to adopt renewable energy
Charity will spend around £35m to enable properties to be powered by alternative energy sources – but not wind turbines

Fracking effect is like jumping off a ladder
Hydraulic fracturing is not really in the premier league for causing felt seismicity, says professor

EDF might not find funds for Hinkley Point
The French energy company could withdraw from the £14bn Hinkley Point nuclear power plant

Hinkley nuclear plant put back five years
The £14bn facility will be developed by 2030 – originally, the government had said it would be built by 2025

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