Clean Energy Projects 2024-09-11
2024-09-11
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Q1
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No specific background provided, but the context is about discussions on clean energy in Wales.
What recent discussions she has had with Cabinet colleagues on support for clean energy projects in Wales?
I recently met the Energy Secretary and visited the energy cluster in Pembrokeshire with the Deputy Prime Minister. The Government have established Great British Energy to drive down bills, create jobs and deliver energy security. Its new partnership with the Crown Estate will boost new green technologies, such as floating offshore wind in the Celtic sea.
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Welsh tidal, solar and offshore wind projects have secured contracts in the Government's main scheme for supporting low-carbon electricity generation.
In advance of the statement, what can she say about jobs and investment in this crucial sector?
Seven Welsh tidal, solar and offshore wind projects were successful in securing contracts. These will support the Government's mission to deliver clean power by 2030 while creating high-quality green jobs and attracting private investment.
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Creating Enterprise in Rhyl works with local social housing providers to develop energy-efficient housing solutions and trains local people in renewable energy, green heating, and solar technologies.
Does my right hon. Friend agree that green energy offers huge growth and employment potential for areas such as Clwyd North?
The Government have a clear mission to make Britain a clean energy superpower, creating high-quality jobs across the country including in north Wales. We have the resources and skills to be leaders in cutting-edge technologies.
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The Crown Estate has published plans to bring an additional 20 GW to 30 GW of offshore wind to market by 2030.
Can she tell the House about discussions that she and her Cabinet colleagues have had with the Crown Estate about maximising benefits from opportunities in offshore wind?
We believe that the partnership between Great British Energy and the Crown Estate will leverage up to £60 billion of private investment into the UK's drive for energy independence. The Crown Estate has published plans to bring an additional 20 GW to 30 GW of offshore wind to market by 2030.
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The port of Milford Haven is a key player in securing the UK's energy supply.
Will the Secretary of State set out how Great British Energy will deliver benefits to the port of Milford Haven and families across my constituency?
The Government have established Great British Energy to drive investment in green technologies, which will deliver sustainable skilled jobs in Pembrokeshire and across Wales. I value the critical role that the port plays in securing the UK's energy supply.
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Wylfa has a long history of clean energy production, but job losses have occurred due to delays.
Now that she is in power, will she back those words with a concrete plan?
Our manifesto commitment to deliver new nuclear at places such as Wylfa still stands. The Government have completed the purchase of the Wylfa site and will end over a decade of inaction on nuclear power, part of wider plans for building again.
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The previous Government spearheaded clean energy schemes such as the Celtic freeport.
Will she join me in recognising that the last Conservative Government led the way in delivering clean energy projects for Wales?
My colleague the Secretary of State for Business and Trade said immediately after the election that we do not intend to make any changes to existing freeport commitments. We are backing the delivery of the two freeports in Wales, with fair work elements supported by the Welsh Government.
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