HC Deb 27 November 1989 vol 162 c75W
Dr. Kim Howells

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy what part of the 20 per cent. of total British electricity generation to be provided from non-fossil fuel generating systems after electricity privatisation is to be generated by(a) hydro stations, (b) combined-cycle gas-fired stations, (c) wave power systems and (d) wind power systems.

Mr. Michael Spicer

The non-fossil fuel obligation will provide a considerable encouragement to the development of the renewable sources of energy. Contracts to meet the obligation are a matter for the area electricity boards and their successors. It is too early to say how much each renewable source will contribute. Combined cycle gas turbines burn fossil fuel and are therefore not eligible for the obligation.