§ 13. Mr. Knoxasked the Secretary of State for Energy when he next proposes to have discussions with the European Commission about alternative sources of energy.
§ Mr. David HuntI am pleased to say that in recent months the Council of Ministers has agreed substantial new Community programmes on non-nuclear energy 409W research, development and demonstration. These should be of real benefit to British companies and university groups actively pursuing alternative sources of energy.
§ 21. Mr. Chapmanasked the Secretary of State for Energy what is his latest estimate of the proportion of the total United Kingdom energy needs which can be met by alternative forms of energy in 1985 and in 10 years time.
§ Mr. David HuntThe alternative sources contribute less than 1 per cent. to the United Kingdom's total primary energy supply at present. By the end of the century this contribution could rise to 2 per cent.
§ Mr. Spellerasked the Secretary of State for Energy if he will make it his policy to hold meetings with representatives of alternative energy interest groups on a regular basis.
§ Mr. David HuntMy Department meets with representatives of a wide range of groups with interests in alternative energy sources.