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Written question asked by Alan Brown (Scottish National Party) on Tuesday, 22 October 2019, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 24 October 2019. It was answered by Kwasi Kwarteng (Conservative) on Monday, 28 October 2019 on behalf of the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy.


Heating: Scotland

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, what estimate she has made of the level of funding required to decarbonise gas distribution networks in Scotland.

Answer

Support for innovation remains an important part of accelerating decarbonisation. We announced our intention in 2017 to spend £60 million supporting innovative, low carbon energy infrastructure solutions across Scotland – including battery storage, sustainable heating systems and low emissions transport.

Alongside this, Ofgem have funds available to encourage gas distribution networks innovation. One example is the Gas Network Innovation Competition. It provides an opportunity for gas network companies to compete for funding for the development and demonstration of new technologies, operating and commercial arrangements. Up to £20 million per annum is available through the Gas Network Innovation Competition.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
3762
Session
2019-19
Subjects
Finance Heating Scotland Carbon emissions
Contains statistics
Yes
Link
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