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

ConservativeBrigg 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 Shanks
In 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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