Written Question·Department for Energy Security and Net Zero·UIN 14783

Energy Supply

Tabled: 18 November 2024

Answered: 25 November 2024

Question

Richard Tice

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what steps his Department (a) is taking and (b) plans to take to ensure energy security during periods where renewable energy sources do not meet demand.

Answer

Michael Shanks

The UK’s diverse power mix reduces dependence on one generation source, ensuring security of supply in a range of conditions. Transitioning away from fossil fuels and towards a range of home-grown clean energy technologies will reduce the UK’s vulnerabili...

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