Energy Survey Scheme (Hansard, 20 May 1980)

§ Mr. Aspinwall
asked the Secretary of State for Energy how many claimants took part in the energy survey scheme for a one-day visit.

§ Mr. John Moore
To date some 24,900 applications have been received under the one-day arrangements of the energy survey scheme. Many claimants have submitted applications in respect of a number of different permises and it is not possible therefore to state separately the number of claimants.

§ Mr. Aspinwall
asked the Secretary of State for Energy if he will give the number of instances where work has been carried out as a result of the energy survey scheme; and if he will make a statement.

§ Mr. John Moore
We are aware that many companies and public sector bodies have already undertaken energy conservation measures recommended by consultants who have carried out surveys under the energy survey scheme and that these are leading to useful energy savings. However, precise figures are not available.

§ Mr. Aspinwall
asked the Secretary of State for Energy how, and on what criteria, consultants are appointed under the Department of Energy's energy survey scheme; and what qualifications are required.

§ Mr. John Moore
In general, any bona fide consultant with appropriate qualifications or experience in the energy field may be accepted for inclusion in the list compiled by the Department for the purposes of the energy survey scheme. However, consultants with a vested interest in the supply of fuels or in the manufacture, supply or installation of energy saving equipment or materials, or 143W who specialise in tariff analysis are not eligible for inclusion in the list.

§ Mr. Aspinwall
asked the Secretary of State for Energy if he will give the number of claims under the energy survey scheme (a) nationally and (b) in the county of Avon; and if he will give the cost of each.

§ Mr. John Moore
On a national basis some 25,700 claims and applications have been received in respect of surveys carried out or to be carried out under the Energy Survey Scheme. Approximately £2 million has been spent to date on reimbursement of consultancy fees with forward commitments of around £700,000 in respect of extended surveys which are subject to prior approval by the Department. Separate statistics by reference to county are not kept.