New Clause 31 - Promotion of reductions in carbon emissions: gas transporters and suppliers
Climate Change and Sustainable Energy Bill
6:15 pm
Mark Lazarowicz (Edinburgh North and Leith, Labour)
The hon. Member for Bexhill and Battle described the provisions as a small measure which he welcomed. I think we should not be too modest about them, because they are significant. Bringing microgeneration into the energy efficiency commitment will provide a major boost to the microgeneration industry and microgeneration take-up in this country. Including the provision will send such a clear message to the industry that it will have a positive response from those with an interest in the matter.
I understand that the provisions will apply throughout Great Britain and perhaps the Minister will confirm that, either now or later. They may be the most significant part of the Bill when it finishes its passage through Parliament, and I welcome the Government’s initiative in moving the new clauses.