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Written question asked by Joanna Cherry (Scottish National Party) on Thursday, 25 April 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 2 May 2024 (named day). It was answered by Amanda Solloway (Conservative) on Thursday, 2 May 2024 on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.


Industrial Decarbonisation Research and Innovation Centre

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, whether she has had discussions with the Secretary of State for Business and Trade on the potential impact of the Industrial Decarbonisation Research and Innovation Centre on growth and investment.

Answer

The Industrial Decarbonisation Research and Innovation Centre (IDRIC) has been a key pillar of this Government’s Industrial Decarbonisation Challenge, backed by over £20 million in funding to date, supporting policy research, evidence gathering and engagement.

The Secretary of State and other Ministers in this Department have regular discussions with counterparts in the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT), including on how Government can seize the opportunities of the green economy by continuing to support industry and funding green research & development.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
902618
Session
2023-24
Transferred
Yes
Question not reached
Yes
Subjects
Investment Economic growth Department for Science, Innovation and Technology Industrial Decarbonisation Research and Innovation Centre
Link
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