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<p>Government departments are mandated to use Crown Commercial Services (CCS) Energy
frameworks for the supply of electricity. EDF is the current supplier and the current
arrangement lasts until March 2022.</p><p> </p><p>We are exploring with CCS how to
increase the percentage of energy sourced from renewables. This includes the feasibility
of changing the current percentage mix, the costs of securing matched renewable energy
through obtaining Renewable Energy Guarantees of Origination (REGOs), and the timescales
for doing so.</p><p> </p><p>To date the Department has prioritised energy efficiency
and spend to save investment on its estate. But as part of the MoJ’s commitment to
achieve net zero by 2050 or sooner, the Department is exploring options for increased
on-site renewable energy generation, and low and no carbon energy supply.</p>
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