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Written question asked by Lord Berkeley (Labour) on Friday, 5 June 2026, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Friday, 19 June 2026. It was answered by Lord Whitehead (Labour) on Friday, 19 June 2026 on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.

Renewable Fuels

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what role they intend renewable liquid fuels to play in meeting current and future Carbon Budgets.

Answer

Government recognises that renewable liquid fuels could play a role in meeting Carbon Budgets through a limited role in decarbonising heat for some off‑gas‑grid properties. However, evidence to date has highlighted challenges around affordability and sustainability, including the availability of sustainable feedstocks and the higher cost to consumers compared with other low‑carbon heating options. For this reason, the Government has been clear that further evidence is required before decisions are taken on whether and how such fuels could be supported at scale.

As part of this evidence‑gathering process, the Government recently consulted on the role of alternative clean heating solutions, including renewable liquid fuels such as HVO. A Government Response will be published in due course.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL704
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Carbon emissions Renewable fuels
Link
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