Biomass development cap to come into effect from summer

James Murray
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Industry declares 'race is on' for projects to secure backing through Renewables Obligation mechanism

The government has today set out plans that could see fresh restrictions placed on the biomass power industry from July, with the launch of a new consultation on controversial measures to cap the level...

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