UK onshore wind faces ‘almost total shutdown’, Scottish trade body says
The UK onshore wind sector faces "almost total shutdown" unless support is increased, according to a Scottish renewable energy trade body.
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‘Potential’ Polish partners in offshore wind, Scottish trade minister reveals
Scotland's trade minister has revealed today that he is in Poland to seek "potential partners" for future offshore wind projects.
Energy transition cannot ‘come at cost’ of north-east jobs, MSPs warn
The Scottish Government's energy transition plans cannot "come at the cost" of north-east oil and gas jobs, Aberdeenshire MSPs warned yesterday.
Renewable energy meets over 70% of Scotland’s needs
Renewable energy is now able to meet more than 70% of Scotland's energy requirement, according to new stats.
Scotland can tackle fuel poverty, MSPs told
Scotland can be amongst the very best in the world in tackling fuel poverty if it commits to goals to reduce it, MSPs have been told.
Decision on lifeline wind contract for BiFab unlikely before Christmas
Concern is mounting no decision will be made in time for Christmas on a potential lifeline renewables contract for BiFab.
Energy minister welcomes transition report, says oil sector still vital to Scotland
Scotland's energy minister said today that the oil and gas sector remains a "key component" of the country's energy system and economy.
Scot Gov look to fortify fracking policy with fresh consultation
The Scottish Government confirmed last night it was looking to fortify its fracking policy with a fresh public consultation on the practice.
Updated: Ultra-deep port could generate revenues of £580m, EY report says
Scotland’s first ultra-deep-water (UDW) port would have to secure 10 decommissioning projects to pay for itself, a flagship report said.
Leaked Scottish Government report shows energy job concerns post-Brexit
A leaked Scottish Government report has outlined deep concerns over the impact to energy sector jobs post-Brexit.
Brexit agreement ‘risk’ to north-east renewables talent, warn SNP
The Brexit agreement poses a "risk" to the future growth of renewable energy talent and jobs in the north-east, an SNP spokesman has said.
Tide could be turning for troubled former Underwater Centre site
The site of the former Underwater Centre could be salvaged through a new "concept" thanks to efforts by Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE).
North-east with highest amount of failing businesses in Scotland
More businesses failed in the north-east than any other part of Scotland last year.
Start of ‘upward climb’ may be right time for new firms in north-east
Now may be the best time to start up new firms in the north-east, according to business incubator Elevator.
Holyrood to launch new action plan for economy
The Scottish Government has launched a new economic action plan, which includes an £18 million fund for advanced manufacturing and the piloting of two new “productivity clubs” for businesses.
Scottish Government pledges ‘significant support’ for Underwater Centre staff
"Significant support" will be given to staff affected after a world-leading Highland subsea training base went into administration yesterday, putting around 50 jobs at risk.
Experts to be hired in key markets to drive Scotland’s energy exports
The Scottish Government is to hire a series of experts to drive energy exports in five key markets such as the Middle East and the Gulf of Mexico.
Glendye Windfarm application ‘ignores’ key local recommendations, say opponents
Opponents of a proposed north-east windfarm claim it ignores local guidelines on large-scale energy developments.
Scotland risks becoming climate ‘sham’ over oil, says Patrick Harvie
Scotland's reputation as a world leader on climate change is being put at risk by Government support for North Sea oil and gas discoveries, the Scottish Green leader has said.
Viking Energy approval for more efficient Shetland turbine
Shetland windfarm developer Viking Energy has requested approval from the Scottish Government to update the wind turbines at its consented Viking Wind Farm.
New report offers ‘deep-dive’ into Scotland’s marine energy sector
A report released today by the National Subsea Research Initiative (NSRI) offers a "deep-dive" into Scotland's marine energy sector, a subsea chief has said.
Police dump ‘extremist’ label for fracking campaigners in new plan
Police have cut a section labelling anti-fracking campaigners as domestic terrorists from their annual plan.
EXCLUSIVE: Scot Gov condemned over unknown energy jobs taskforce figures
The Scottish Government has been condemned after admitting it does not know how many workers were helped back into employment through its energy jobs taskforce.
Scottish Greens press Sturgeon on ‘extremist’ categorisation of fracking protesters
Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has dodged questions by Scottish Greens leader Patrick Harvie on anti-fracking protesters being classified as "domestic extremists'.
Scottish low carbon taskforce launched
The Scottish Government has launched a taskforce to help the country achieve a carbon-neutral economy.