Which? warns planned green energy subsidies may not be value for money, as more cost effective options may be overlooked

A leading consumer group has warned Ed Davey that his proposed subsidy scheme will encourage the construction of more higher-cost energy projects such as offshore wind farms that might not deliver value for money.

Which? has written to the secretary of state for energy and climate change saying plans for electricity market reform "could result in expensive generation projects being prioritised over cheaper, more cost-effective options".

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