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Hydroelectric Power

Lords · Question HL4350 · Tabled 22 Jan 2025 · Department for Energy Security and Net Zero · Official record

Answered 5 Feb 2025

Question

Asked by Lord Wigley

To ask His Majesty's Government what proportion of the hydroelectric output in Great Britain is generated in (1) England, (2) Wales, and (3) Scotland.

Answer

Answered by Lord Hunt of Kings Heath, 5 Feb 2025

Hydroelectric power accounts for 2% of the UK’s electricity generation. A majority of hydroelectric output is generated in Scotland. In 2023, annual figures show that: 3% of hydroelectricity was generated in England*7% of hydroelectricity was generated in...