asked the Minister for Energy the cost of producing a therm of electricity which is generated by the following sources: (1) coal, (2) oil, (3) gas, (4) peat, and (5) hydro.
Written Answers. - Electricity Generation Cost.
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Variables such as exchange rates, interest rates and international fuel prices affect unit costs to such a significant extent that it is not possible to give definitive figures which would hold true on a permanent basis.
As of now, the fuel cost per therm associated with the production of electricity from each source is as listed below:—
|
Coal |
30.5p |
|
Oil |
55.4p |
|
Gas |
40.8p |
|
Peat |
97.6p |
|
Hydro |
0 |