Written Question·Department for Energy Security and Net Zero·UIN 54161

Solar Power: Industry

Tabled: 21 May 2025
Answered: 6 June 2025

Question

Satvir Kaur

LabourSouthampton Test

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment his department has made of the potential merits of (a) promoting and (b) mandating the installation of solar panels on new large industrial developments.

Answer

Michael Shanks
Accelerating the deployment of solar on commercial rooftops is at the heart of our clean energy mission. The Government promotes commercial solar by various means, including permitted development rights and fiscal incentives. Future Buildings Standards wi...

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