UK requires £40bn annual investment in energy transition to meet net zero
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Standard Chartered and Santander
United Kingdom
September 2026
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Standard Chartered and Santander highlight the need for £40bn annual investment in renewables, electricity networks, and storage. Significant capital injection is essential for the UK to achieve its net zero goals.
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