Written question asked by Pauline Latham (Conservative) on Wednesday, 7 September 2016, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 13 September 2016 (named day). It was answered by Nick Hurd (Conservative) on Tuesday, 13 September 2016 on behalf of the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy.
Renewable Energy
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, what steps the Government is taking to promote the British renewable energy industry.
- Answer
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We are proud of our track record on investment. Nearly £52 billion has been invested since 2010.
In the Budget we announced £730m of annual support, for 15 year contracts, for less established renewable electricity projects, including offshore wind; and an increase in the renewable heat incentive to £1.15bn.
Secondary information
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- Written question
- Reference
- 906289
- Session
- 2016-17
- Question not reached
- Yes
- Subjects
- Renewable energy
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- 2016-10-22 16:08:39 +0100
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