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Common Biomass Sustainability Framework

The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero is developing a Common Biomass Sustainability Framework to strengthen regulations on biomass energy production and ensure imported biomass meets genuine sustainability standards. The framework addresses concerns about carbon accounting, supply chain verification, and the sustainability of biomass as a renewable energy source, particularly given continued government support for Drax power station.

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29 Apr 2026 | Written question Department for Energy Security and Net Zero linked

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment his Department has made of the suitability of Drax to receive biomass subsidy in the context of whistleblowing allegatio

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what assessment his Department has made of the suitability of Drax to receive biomass subsidy in the context of whistleblowing allegations against that company.

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28 Apr 2026 | Written question Department for Energy Security and Net Zero linked

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what steps his Department is taking to strengthen regulations on biomass energy production and waste incineration companies, including t

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, what steps his Department is taking to strengthen regulations on biomass energy production and waste incineration companies, including to ensure the sector takes responsibility for reducing i

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