Fracking “technological breakthrough” is theft

September 22, 2017 Energy 0

Nobody doubts that the cost of US fracking has fallen since oil prices collapsed in June 2014. However, there is considerable disagreement over the causes. While critics point out that since 2014 wages and service costs have fallen dramatically, the fracking companies have been keen to claim that technological improvements …

Smart meter roll out derailed

July 17, 2017 Energy 0

Depending on who you believe, smart meters are either an essential weapon in the fight against climate change or a sinister means of over-charging and disconnecting poorer households. The truth probably lies somewhere in between. Nevertheless, according to the UK government, “Smart meters are here — and they put you …

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Fracking “technological breakthrough” is theft

Smart meter roll out derailed