I was concerned to read your article “UK Treasury eyes spending cuts at GB Energy in blow to Ed Miliband” (Report, March 7).
Cutting investment in local and community energy would be shortsighted and counter-productive. Ramping up homegrown production of clean energy is one of the key ways that the UK and Europe more widely can reduce our dependence on Russia. Community energy organisations across the country stand ready to rapidly deliver hundreds of clean energy projects that would not only reduce our reliance on imported energy, but would also cut bills, tackle fuel poverty and boost growth.
The Treasury should look again at what the country stands to gain by investing in local communities and clean power — they are crucial for delivering economic growth and energy independence.
Emma Bridge
Chief Executive, Community Energy England, Sheffield, UK
