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<p>The Department does not estimate emission changes on a differential basis between
technologies. The latest provisional carbon dioxide emissions estimates were published
in March 2017. “<em>Provisional UK greenhouse gas emissions national statistics 2017</em>”
<a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/provisional-uk-greenhouse-gas-emissions-national-statistics-2017"
target="_blank">https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/provisional-uk-greenhouse-gas-emissions-national-statistics-2017</a></p><p>
</p><p>However, the UK has among the most stringent biomass sustainability provisions
in Europe. Generators only receive subsidies for the electricity output which complies
with our sustainability criteria which ensure biomass reduces carbon emissions (including
a requirement to demonstrate a minimum 60% lifecycle greenhouse gas saving) and is
sourced sustainably.</p><p> </p>
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