Clean economy brings jobs and growth, says Miliband as £100bn invested in green energy

Energy secretary expected to argue that UK clean economy is booming as private sector pledges over £100bn of investmentEd Miliband has hailed a net zero milestone as government data reveals that private-sector companies have pledged more than £100bn in investment into the green economy so far in this parliament.Miliband is due to address London Climate Action Week on Tuesday afternoon and is expected to say: “The UK’s clean economy is booming. Today we announce we’ve passed the incredibly significant milestone of over £100bn of private investment announced in clean energy since our government came to office. That means investment, jobs, growth.” Continue reading...