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Written question asked by Jim Shannon (Democratic Unionist Party) on Wednesday, 3 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 8 June 2026. It was answered by Michael Shanks (Labour) on Friday, 12 June 2026 on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.

Solar Power: Business Premises and and Public Buildings

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what recent assessment he has made of the potential for solar energy installations in public and commercial buildings.

Answer

The Government recognises there is significant potential to deploy rooftop solar on public and commercial properties.

As well as promoting rooftop solar for businesses, the Government is intensifying efforts to build renewables on the public estate. It is establishing a new Taskforce chaired by the Cabinet Office to assess where renewables can be built and support departments to bring forward viable projects.

Along with Great British Energy, the Government has invested £255 million in solar energy installations on public buildings, supporting around 250 schools, over 270 NHS sites and around 15 military sites across the country.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
6367
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Business premises Public buildings Solar power
Link
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