§ 20. Mr. ChaytorTo ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what fiscal measures he plans to introduce to encourage energy efficiency; and if he will make a statement. [165000]
§ John HealeyThe Energy White Paper identified the efficient use of energy as the most cost-effective way to meet the Government's four energy goals f reducing carbon emissions; ensuring security of supply; maintaining Competitiveness; and tackling fuel poverty. The Government have already made significant progress in encouraging energy efficiency, and the Climate Change levy and the EU emissions trading scheme both have a key role in this.
Budget 2004 also announced further use of economic instruments for domestic energy efficiency, including a landlord's energy saving allowance, and a 5 per cent. reduced rate of VAT for the domestic installation of ground source heat pumps.