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Artist's impression of the Swansea tidal power project, showing a walkway around the periphery

Why tidal power won't solve the world's renewable energy needs

13 June 2018

There are widespread calls for the UK government not to abandon a trailblazing tidal power project, but this energy source is no green panacea, says Hans van Haren
Energy security is possible without nuclear power or fracked gas

Energy security is possible without nuclear power or fracked gas

6 June 2017

There is a mantra that nuclear and natural gas power stations are essential to keep the lights on in the UK. It's a myth, says Keith Barnham

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