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- The UK government has awarded renewable energy contracts, including England's largest onshore windfarm in a decade, to advance Labour's zero-carbon grid by 2030.
- Imerys project in Cornwall, at 20 MW, is among 190 contracts, including 157 solar farms and eight offshore windfarms.
- Energy Secretary Ed Miliband said these contracts will provide cheaper electricity than gas.
- Rising costs in wind power reflect economic conditions, but onshore wind and solar remain cost-effective.
