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Recommendation 17
17
Deferred
Consult on introducing a revenue support mechanism to incentivise UK zero-emission marine fuel production.
Recommendation
We recommend that Ministers consult on the introduction of a revenue support mechanism to incentivise the commercial production of zero-emission marine fuels in the UK. (Paragraph 139) Technical measures to decarbonise shipping: efficiency improvements
Government Response Summary
The government notes the recommendation, recognising the need for low-carbon fuels but stating more evidence is needed on how to incentivise UK production. They are committed to gathering further evidence on the potential production of these fuels.
Government Response
Deferred
HM Government
Deferred
The Government notes this recommendation. The Government recognises the need for availability and supply of low carbon, and zero and near-zero GHG fuels for the maritime sector. Given the globally traded market for maritime fuels, with operators able to refuel outside of the UK and with fuel imports for sale in the UK already commonplace, more evidence is needed on how to incentivise the production of these fuels in the UK. The Government is committed to gathering further evidence on the potential production of low carbon marine fuels in the UK.