Written Question·Department for Energy Security and Net Zero·UIN 48746

Pylons: Powys

Tabled: 28 April 2025

Answered: 7 May 2025

Question

Steve Witherden

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment he has made of the potential impact of the Vrynwy Frankton pylon project on net zero.

Answer

Michael Shanks

Electricity networks are a critical enabler for net zero, linking new low-carbon generation to electricity demand. To accommodate both the generation needed for clean power as well as increasing demand as heating, transport and industry electrification wi...

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