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<p>I am aware of proposals to invest in concentrated solar power (CSP) projects in
the desert regions of North Africa and the Middle East. The UK supports in principle
such proposals as a means of providing local energy supply and economic development,
reducing greenhouse emissions and potentially contributing to the EU’s security of
electricity supply. We continue to monitor developments in this area. However, in
present circumstances, geographical factors, costs, and the need to further reinforce
electricity connections within the EU and linking the EU with third countries mean
that the majority of Member States, including the UK, would not currently be in a
position to benefit from imports of CSP generated electricity.</p>
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