§ 16. Mr. JackTo ask the Secretary of State for Energy what reports from PowerGen he has received about energy-saving proposals.
§ Mr. BaldryI have received no specific reports from PowerGen about energy-saving proposals, but I am aware of its interest in the subject.
§ Mr. JackI am disappointed. Perhaps my hon. Friend has not seen recent press reports on PowerGen's suggested initiative to save energy by insulating existing properties and factories rather than building new power stations. Perhaps he will evaluate that proposition, make public his findings and also publicise the benefits of insulating existing housing rather than concentrating simply on new build.
§ Mr. BaldryIf PowerGen is considering energy-saving proposals, that is entirely a matter for the company to decide. I applaud the company's business acumen in investigating the potential of energy efficiency. Everyone must have an interest in using energy as efficiently as possible.