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Energy: Buildings

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what steps he is taking to incentivising energy performance-related improvements of commercial buildings in the private sector.

answeredDepartment for Energy Security and Net Zero

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Department for Energy Security and Net Zero
Tabled
12 Nov 2024
Target answer date
14 Nov 2024
Answer
20 Nov 2024 · 8 calendar days after tabling

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  1. 12 Nov 2024

    Question tabled

    To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what steps he is taking to incentivising energy performance-related improvements of commercial buildings in the private sector.

  2. 14 Nov 2024

    Target answer date

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  3. 20 Nov 2024

    Answer published

    Minimum energy efficiency standards in non-domestic buildings have improved energy efficiency and Government has consulted on strengthening them. We will publish our government response early next year. In addition, our Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme r...

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