Government urged to bring cash to help Aberdeen’s energy transition
The prime minister and first minister have both been urged to announce cash to bolster the north-east energy industry.
Energy Transition Zone
‘Disappointment’ as Chancellor puts CCS lower down pecking order than potholes
A leading analyst has described it as “disappointing” that the Chancellor that put a vital net zero technology lower down his list of priorities than repairing potholes.
‘Significant support’ for Sir Ian Wood’s Energy Transition Zone plans
Oil and gas doyen Sir Ian Wood has urged the public and private sectors to work collectively and quickly to ensure “meaningful progress” is made while responding to the climate change emergency.
Concerns raised about loss of key green areas to Sir Ian’s energy transition zone
About 70 acres of green space, industrial estates and more in Aberdeen could be transformed into the city’s first dedicated “energy transition zone” (ETZ), which oil tycoon Sir Ian Wood believes could be key to securing “unparalleled potential for the future of our local economy”.
Offshore vessels drive increased activity at Aberdeen harbour
Construction and supply boats in the North Sea helped to increase vessel numbers at Aberdeen Harbour last year.
Potential for ‘thousands’ of jobs as Sir Ian Wood unveils plans for Aberdeen ‘Energy Transition Zone’
Sir Ian Wood has unveiled ambitious plans to help the north-east economy capitalise on the energy transition, potentially creating “thousands” of jobs in the process.