UK launches 10-year industrial strategy with push on clean power and digital


The UK is doubling investment in clean energy industries to more than £30bn a year by 2035 under its 10-year industrial strategy that launches today [23 June].

But the initial 22-page document is light on specific details, beyond ‘prioritising investment’ for the so-called IS-8 categories (advanced manufacturing, defence, clean energy, digital and technology, creative, financial services, life sciences, and professional and business services).

The UK government claims the intervention will boost 7,000 businesses that will see their electricity bills fall 25% from 2027, by up to £40 per megawatt hour.

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