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Solar Power and Wind Power: Imports

Commons · Question 61560 · Tabled 20 Jun 2025 · Department for Energy Security and Net Zero · Official record

Answered 30 Jun 2025

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Asked by Nick Timothy

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment his Department has made of the potential impact of cellular internet modules on (a) wind turbines, and (b) solar panels imported from China.

Answer

Answered by Michael Shanks, 30 Jun 2025

Recognising the importance of renewable and smart energy systems for flexibility and decarbonisation, the Department is working to ensure the system is developed in a way that is secure by design, and protects energy supply, infrastructure and consumers. ...