Written Question·Department for Energy Security and Net Zero·UIN 14560

Renewable Energy: Landfill

Tabled: 30 June 2026
Answered: 8 July 2026

Question

Blake Stephenson

ConservativeMid Bedfordshire

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what his planned timetable is for taking a decision on transitional arrangements for landfill gas operation before the closure of the Renewables Obligation in April 2027.

Answer

Michael Shanks
Government is aware that the commercial viability of some landfill gas sites may be affected when the Renewables Obligation begins to expire from 2027. DESNZ will shortly consult on proposals and an anticipated delivery timetable for a possible transition...

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