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Written question asked by Lord Tope (Liberal Democrat) on Tuesday, 8 March 2022, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 22 March 2022. It was answered by Lord Goldsmith of Richmond Park (Conservative) on Wednesday, 23 March 2022 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.


Air Pollution

Question

To ask Her Majesty's Government, further to the Written Answer by Lord Goldsmith of Richmond Park on 6 December 2021 (HL4318), when they plan to conduct consultations on measures to control air pollution from (1) small combustion plants, and (2) non-road mobile machinery.

Answer

(1) As set out in the Clean Air Strategy, we are considering closing the regulatory gap between the current Ecodesign and Medium Combustion Plant regulations to tackle emissions from plants in the 500kW to 1MW thermal input range. Alongside this we are considering the case for tighter emissions standards for medium combustion plants and generators. We are continuing to assess the evidence and develop policy options in these areas. A consultation will be conducted in due course.

(2) Defra recently completed a research project to improve the evidence base on emissions from non-road mobile machinery. We are addressing some remaining evidence gaps. We are considering policy options and will consult with stakeholders and the public as appropriate in due course.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL6773
Session
2021-22
Related items
Air Pollution
Monday, 6 December 2021
Written questions
House of Lords
Subjects
Air pollution Equipment Public consultation
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk