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Written question asked by Ben Goldsborough (Labour) on Wednesday, 15 July 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 1 September 2026. It was answered by Martin McCluskey (Labour) on Monday, 7 September 2026 on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.


Energy: Conservation

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment the department has made of the effectiveness of the Standard Assessment Procedure when applied to new energy-saving technologies.

Answer

The Government recognises that there are opportunities to improve how the Standard Assessment Procedure (SAP) accommodates and recognises new energy-saving technologies and is taking steps to address these as part of the transition to the Home Energy Model.

We have strengthened our latest contractual Key Performance Indicators to refine guidance materials and improve application timescales. Additionally, the new modular HEM will enable new technologies to be recognised in the core engine on a more frequent basis, removing the need for a ‘bolt-on’ calculation.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
19230
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Conservation Energy Standards Technology
Link
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