Written question asked by Lisa Smart (Liberal Democrat) on Wednesday, 5 November 2025, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 11 November 2025. It was answered by Michael Shanks (Labour) on Monday, 17 November 2025 on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.
Hydroelectric Power: North West
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, whether he plans to support the development of new hydroelectric projects in the North West.
- Answer
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Officials continue to engage with the British Hydropower Association regarding the future role of the UK’s remaining small-scale hydropower resource, estimated to be a maximum technical potential of around 1.5GW, in supporting the UK energy system. This includes consideration of opportunities in regions such as the North West.
Furthermore, the Smart Export Guarantee, which came into force on 1 January 2020, requires major electricity suppliers to offer a tariff for electricity exported by small low-carbon generators, including small-scale hydro.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 88429
- Session
- 2024-26
- Subjects
- North West Hydroelectric power
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- 2025-11-17 13:46:43 +0000
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