Hydroelectric Power: North West
Commons · Question 88429 · Tabled 5 Nov 2025 · Department for Energy Security and Net Zero · Official record
Answered 17 Nov 2025
Question
Asked by Lisa Smart
To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, whether he plans to support the development of new hydroelectric projects in the North West.
Answer
Answered by Michael Shanks, 17 Nov 2025
Officials continue to engage with the British Hydropower Association regarding the future role of the UK’s remaining small-scale hydropower resource, estimated to be a maximum technical potential of around 1.5GW, in supporting the UK energy system. This i...