Reply to post: Re: Policy driven

Wind, solar power outstrip fossil fuel generation for EU

jmch Silver badge

Re: Policy driven

"Gas and coal are expensive because of policies designed to make them expensive."

Gas, coal and oil have been historically artificially very cheap because of massive subsidies. It's only last year due to market forces brought on by Russian invasion that they are priced closer to what their real cost is.

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