§ 33. Mr. BaldryTo ask the Secretary of State for Energy what progress has been made in improving energy efficiency in cities.
§ Mr. Peter MorrisonA large proportion of the £700 million gross annual savings attributable to the Energy Efficiency Office's programmes arises in cities. The EEO has also helped to launch 11 energy action cities, which harness a variety of resources to a broad campaign aimed at improving energy efficiency throughout the local economy.
§ 34. Mr. Gerald BowdenTo ask the Secretary of State for Energy what further efforts are being made to improve the energy efficiency of buildings.
§ Mr. Peter MorrisonOur research development and demonstration programmes in domestic buildings will 31W continue to sustain the momentum which has contributed to savings worth £1.1 billion per year. I have also recently asked the building societies to encourage investment in energy efficiency. In non-domestic buildings our programmes will continue to promote increased market awareness by developing energy targets and by supporting professionals in this field.