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UK household dual fuel – i.e. electricity and gas – bills in 2013 are estimated to be about £1,267, based on average levels of energy consumption
Green energy measures make up 9% of that cost.*
About 9% of your energy bill goes towards alternative energy production plus measures to reduce bills for customers in need.
But, as bills are going ever higher, CEO’s continue to earn vast sums, and shareholders take good profits. A recent Freedom of Information request has revealed that the 9% isn’t being spent on the things it should. Ed Davey has said that the companies must respect their customers-not treat them as ‘cash cows’ and remember why the Energy companies are there-and who pays their wages.
You can see his speech here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-24914577
*Source: Department of Energy and Climate Change