Ed Miliband: Clean energy security is key to Britain's economic growth
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Department for Energy Security and Net Zero
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Summary
Energy Secretary Ed Miliband delivers a speech at the Good Growth Foundation's National Growth Debate, arguing that clean energy security is central to Britain's economic growth strategy. He outlines the government's recent investments in hydrogen, floating wind, and wind turbine manufacturing, positioning clean energy as the driver of living standards, job creation, and national economic resilience.
Key quotes
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We've seen historic investments in hydrogen, floating wind, and wind turbine manufacturing.
Thank you Praful Nargund for that introduction and can I congratulate you and all your partners on the National Growth Debate.
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