Written question asked by Graeme Downie (Labour) on Friday, 28 February 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 4 March 2025. It was answered by Michael Shanks (Labour) on Monday, 10 March 2025 on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.
Energy: Infrastructure
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment his Department has made of the security risks posed by the use of Chinese-manufactured technology in (a) smart grids, (b) renewable energy systems and (c) the UK’s energy infrastructure.
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The Department collaborates with other government departments, agencies and industry partners to understand and mitigate threats to energy infrastructure, setting robust regulatory standards for cyber through the Network and Information Systems Regulations. This includes working with regulators to ensure these regulations cover critical operators as the sector evolves.
Recognising the importance of renewable and smart energy systems for flexibility and decarbonisation, the department is working to ensure the system is developed in a way that is secure by design, and protects energy supply, infrastructure and consumers. As part of this work, Government has published two consultation packages which sets out proposals for minimum security and grid stability requirements, including for organisations remotely controlling electrical load.
Secondary information
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- 34722
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- 2024-26
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- Subjects
- China Energy Infrastructure National security Supply chains
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