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Community Energy

Asked by John WhitbyLabourDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled Answered 28 March 2025UIN 39760

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what plans he has to support community-based energy projects.

Answered by Michael Shanks

Government recognises the role community groups play in our efforts to tackle climate change. Great British Energy, through the Local Power Plan, will enhance support for local and community energy by partnering with Mayoral Strategic Authorities, community energy groups and Devolved Governments. This includes the Great British Energy Community Fund, which will provide funding and support to community energy stakeholders, helping to increase the roll out of renewable energy project.

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