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US renewable energy jobs employ 800,000+ people and rising.
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Robert Llewellyn's quest to spur a green energy revolution in his village.
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Renewables grow to 17 percent of electricity mix as sector calls for certainty.
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Clean Energy Council report says while Australia is on track to deliver the 2020 renewable energy target, ‘clear policy direction and support is required...
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