§ Mr. Skeetasked the Secretary of State for Energy if he will indicate the efficiency of using natural gas as a source of energy.
§ Dr. J. Dickson MabonThe efficiency with which natural gas is converted to useful heat for the consumer depends very much upon the design and condition of the equipment in which it is being burnt. However, the average efficiency in direct use in the United Kingdom is estimated by the Department of Energy to be in the region of 60–70 per cent.