Carbon Capture and Storage 2022-06-29
2022-06-29
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Q1
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The government's support for carbon capture and utilisation and storage projects in Scotland is under scrutiny.
What recent steps have been taken with the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy to support carbon capture and storage in Scotland? The Government supported Scottish CCUS projects through the industrial decarbonisation challenge fund. Regular meetings occur with project developers and stakeholders.
The Government recognise the importance of Scotland for CCUS goals. Support has been given through the industrial decarbonisation challenge fund, and regular meetings are held with project developers and stakeholders.
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Assessment & feedback
Did not provide specific recent steps or actions taken by the government to support carbon capture and storage projects in Scotland beyond mentioning the existing fund and meetings.
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Q2
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Nicola Sturgeon has re-announced her plans for a second Scottish independence referendum, potentially impacting environmental and economic initiatives.
Has the Department estimated what impact a divisive referendum would have on investment in carbon capture and storage in Scotland? Action on environment issues may take a back seat due to constitutional division.
The hon. Member's sentiments are agreed with, but no specific impact estimate is provided for the independence referendum on CCUS investment in Scotland.
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Assessment & feedback
Did not address the impact of an independence referendum on carbon capture and storage investment; instead commented negatively on SNP energy policy and nuclear stance.
Discussing Snp'S Anti-Nuclear Stance
Questioning Snp'S Future Energy Sources
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Q3
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The production of blue hydrogen through carbon capture is critical for achieving the government's hydrogen target by 2030.
What opportunities does the Minister see for the potential of the hydrogen economy in Scotland, Teesside and the rest of the UK? Carbon capture and storage is essential for producing blue hydrogen to meet the 2030 target.
The Minister sees opportunities across the UK, particularly in Teesside, Scotland and other parts of England and Wales. The hydrogen economy is seen as crucial for levelling up and maintaining the Union.
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Assessment & feedback
Did not provide detailed opportunities or specifics about potential developments within Scotland and Teesside; instead gave a broad overview of UK-wide efforts.
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