Question to the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero:

To ask His Majesty's Government what discussions they have held with the Falkland Islands regarding carbon emissions; and what programmes they are supporting and what other steps they are taking to reduce carbon emissions in the territory.

The Inventory Agency produces the Falkland Islands’ annual greenhouse gas inventory on behalf of the UK Government and engages with the Falkland Islands Government on emissions data.

We support the ‘Improving Falkland Peatland GHG Data’ Project which seeks to improve knowledge of carbon storage and emissions from Falkland peatland habitats and assess the feasibility of future carbon offsetting to finance peatland restoration.

We support the right of the Falkland Islanders to develop their natural resources. This is an integral part of their right of self-determination.