Written Question·Department for Energy Security and Net Zero·UIN 21718

Renewable Energy

Tabled: 3 January 2025
Answered: 8 January 2025
Named Day

Question

Dr Simon Opher

LabourStroud

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment he has made of the role of energy storage and back-up systems in managing the intermittency of wind and solar power generation.

Answer

Michael Shanks
The Government recognises the vital role of energy storage and back-up systems in delivering clean power. As set out in our Clean Power 2030 Action Plan, we are committed to developing a flexible energy system that ensures security of supply through long ...

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