Written Question·Department for Energy Security and Net Zero·UIN 2808
Renewable Energy: Imports
Tabled: 30 August 2024
Answered: 9 September 2024
Question
Martin Vickers
Conservative — Brigg and Immingham
To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, if he will make an assessment of the potential merits of increasing imports of renewable energy.
Answer
Michael ShanksIn 2023, imports via interconnectors provided 10.2% of gross UK electricity supply, highlighting the key role that they already play. Imports via interconnectors can provide access to lower-cost electricity for GB consumers, reduce the need to dispatch hi...
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