UK Residents Voice Support for Renewable Energy

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New figures released by the Government show a consistently high percentage of people are backing the UK’s transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy.

The latest Public Attitudes Tracker, published quarterly by the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, shows 82% of people support the use of renewable energy, while only 2% oppose it. Since the poll began in 2012, support for renewables has remained between 74% and 85%.   The popularity of offshore wind stays high at 81%, while onshore wind also enjoys a huge majority of support at 77%. Wave and tidal energy has the backing of 80% of the public. 76% of people said they were concerned about climate change. RenewableUK’s Deputy Chief Executive Melanie Onn... ... More: Official Press Release RenewableUK

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