SALMOND GRILLED OVER GREEN PLAN COSTS
(Published 30 September 2011)
Scottish First Minister Alex Salmond’s green energy plans have been questioned, with critics warning that they will drive up fuel bills.
The Scottish Chamber of Commerce (SCC) has reported that energy produced from wind farms is currently nine times more expensive than gas powered plants.
Mike Salter, the SCC chairman, told the organisation’s annual dinner that Government energy experts predict greater reliance on “very expensive” renewables will lead to consumers’ electricity bills doubling.
He warned this would hold back the Scottish economy and lead to businesses going under. If this is the consequence, he questioned whether Mr Salmond’s “total commitment” to green energy is “misguided”.
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