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The Burning Question

Author: Ember

Date: 2020

Location: Array

Language: English

Type of resource: Research institution report

Topics: Biomass finance, Policy

A new report from climate change think tank Ember reveals the cost of burning wood for power, with energy billpayers committed to subsidies of more than £13 billion, including £10bn at Drax power station alone. In addition to the direct subsidy, we estimate biomass generators are receiving carbon tax breaks of £333 million a year.

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Organization: Ember