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Written question asked by Lord Taylor of Goss Moor (Liberal Democrat) on Monday, 3 July 2023, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 17 July 2023. It was answered by Lord Callanan (Conservative) on Thursday, 13 July 2023 on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.


Buildings: Solar Power

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the effectiveness of a market-led strategy through which developers are responsible for the installation of solar photovoltaic panels on suitably oriented roofs on new buildings.

Answer

The Government is working to publish a full technical consultation later this year on the Future Homes and Building Standards. As part of the consultation, we will explore how we can continue to drive onsite renewable electricity generation, such as solar panels, where appropriate in new homes and buildings.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL9005
Session
2022-23
Subjects
Construction Buildings Solar power
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk