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The speaker says he supports energy efficiency, but wants to choose the best method for achieving it. The quote balances agreement with caution, suggesting the approach matters as much as the goal. It emphasizes practical judgment over a one-size-fits-all solution.
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Originally said in English.
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About Ed Davey
British politician, born 1965
Sir Edward Jonathan Davey is a British politician. Born in 1965, he has led the Liberal Democrats since 2019 and is best known for his long parliamentary career and senior role in government. He served as Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change from 2012 to 2015 in the Cameron-Clegg coalition, and was Deputy Leader to Jo Swinson in 2019. An "Orange Book" liberal, he has been MP for Kingston and Surbiton since 2017, after previously holding the seat from 1997 to 2015.
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