Part of the debate – in the Scottish Parliament at on 22 November 2018.
Mr Mark Ruskell
Green
The UK Government has allocated £320 million over the next three years to ensure a steady pipeline of district heating projects whereas, in Scotland, £60 million must be shared between several types of renewable heat development. As part of January’s consultation, will the Minister seek evidence on how a steady funding stream for district heating could be put in place?
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