Question to the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero:

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, whether her Department is taking steps to help support commercial laundries to reduce their energy usage.

As part of the Government’s target to cut energy use by 15% by 2030, the Government is considering ways to support energy reduction and decarbonisation across industrial sectors. The Government acknowledges the important role played by commercial laundries in supporting the NHS and UK hospitality.

Commercial laundries are already eligible for the Climate Change Agreements scheme, receiving reduced rates of Climate Change Levy for cutting energy consumption. This reduces energy bills, supporting businesses to invest in further energy saving measures.

The Department engages with commercial laundries via the Textile Services Association and consultations on policy developments.