Written Question·Department for Energy Security and Net Zero·UIN 42173
Great British Energy: Solar Power
Tabled: 27 March 2025
Answered: 4 April 2025
Question
James McMurdock
Independent — South Basildon and East Thurrock
To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment he has made of the long-term sustainability of the solar panels being installed under the Great British Energy scheme in relation to their (a) lifespan, (b) efficiency degrada
Answer
Michael ShanksWe expect panels delivered under this scheme to have an estimated lifespan of 30 years [with a 0.5% yearly attrition rate] which is based on our published assumptions. Recyclability is a critical factor in the sustainability of solar panels and the school...
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