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Written question asked by Andrew Snowden (Conservative) on Thursday, 4 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.

Batteries: Community Energy

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what steps his Department is taking to ensure that residents of flats and rented accommodation in Fylde benefit from community battery schemes.

Answer

The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero recognises the potential for community batteries to help households access cheaper, clean electricity, including low-income households without the up-front capital required for a home battery, those living in flats, and households that lack the space needed for installation.

The Department has launched a Call for Evidence to explore how community battery schemes could be scaled up, exploring their benefits, existing barriers to delivery, and how safety can be ensured. This will ensure communities, including those in Fylde, can share in the benefits of the energy transition.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
6982
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Flats Rented housing Batteries Fylde Community energy
Link
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