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Geothermal Power

Asked by Grahame MorrisLabourDepartment for Energy Security and Net ZeroTabled Answered 8 December 2025UIN 95390

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, if he will consider the potential merits of a specific grant scheme for mine water heat projects.

Answered by Martin McCluskey

The government is accelerating deployment of low-carbon technologies, including geothermal. Water from coal mines and sewer systems offers strong potential for heat networks. Projects can apply to the Green Heat Network Fund for support. The Mining Remediation Authority has published opportunity maps for geothermal deployment.

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