Matheson tells industry Scotland ‘not prepared’ to be just a ‘production base’ for offshore wind
The offshore wind industry has been warned not to see Scotland as simply a “production base for renewable energy”.
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Oil and gas driving recruitment specialist growth – but shift to renewables is on the way
A resurgent oil and gas industry is driving an “extremely competitive” recruitment market while jobs in the renewable and digital sectors grow but at a slower pace.
‘No shortage of bids’ expected for Just Transition funding
The Scottish Government is looking to back projects that will create jobs and address societal inequalities when the first portion of its £500m Just Transition Fund opens next week.
Protecting Scot Gov tax take from energy workers hinges on ‘green job creation’
A change in Scotland’s income tax take could be on the cards as workers move between subsectors and between industries in the coming years.
More free training places made available for north-east workers as over a thousand apply
A further 150 free places on an offshore safety and technical training programme have been made available to people in the north-east after the first was “overwhelmed” by over a thousand applicants.
SNP delays new ‘Just Transition’ plan on future of North Sea oil and gas
A promised plan to help Scotland shift away from North Sea oil and gas is being delayed until after the local government elections.
“Conveyor belt of projects” needed to ensure workforce transition
A steady stream of projects will be needed to support the skills and talent needed to deliver the energy transition, a panel of industry experts heard.
Scotland expects – ScotWind winners told to deliver on supply chain pledges or risk ‘failure’
Scotland’s net zero and energy secretary has issued a clear reminder to the offshore wind industry that supply chain pledges are more than simply “indications”.
‘Massive’ amount of work needed to improve ports ahead of offshore wind boom, says expert
There is less than a month to go until the results of the hotly contested ScotWind leasing round are expected.
Scottish Parliament: Oil transition must not ‘throw thousands of north-east jobs under the bus’
The transition away from oil and gas “must not throw thousands of north-east jobs under the bus”, a Scottish Parliament debate has heard.
Mantashe defends Shell’s seismic plans amid protests
South African Minister of Mineral Resources and Energy Gwede Mantashe has spoken in defence of Shell’s ongoing seismic plans as local protests continue.
Scotland in top position to benefit from shift towards net-zero economy
Scotland is seeing the highest demand for “green jobs” than any other part of the UK according to new findings from PwC.
Brian Wilson: Time to get past ‘gesture politics’ in the North Sea
“If we were to say from one day to the other that we close down production… I believe that would put a stop to an industrial transition that is needed to succeed in the momentum towards net zero. So we are about to develop and transit, not close down”.
Floating wind partnership unveils plans for ‘largest industrial innovation’ in Scotland since dawn of oil
A floating offshore wind partnership has unveiled an ambitious 10 point plan, designed to deliver a green industrial revolution in Scotland.
Demand for oil and gas workers to transition forecast to be ‘significant’ in coming years
An employment expert has reassured oil and gas workers that there will be “significant” opportunities for them to transition into renewables.
Collaboration key to a fair energy transition, says Shell North Sea boss
Shell’s new North Sea boss has underlined the importance of collaboration within the energy sector to delivering a fair transition.
Future North Sea oil investment risked by SNP-Green deal, warn industry figures
A power-sharing deal between the SNP and the Scottish Greens could thwart further investment in North Sea oil and gas, industry figures have warned.
Greenpeace Rainbow Warrior heads back to Aberdeen for ‘Just Transition’ event
The Greenpeace Rainbow Warrior ship will be back in Aberdeen on Saturday to host a panel discussion on the need for a “just transition” for oil workers.
Union boss hits out at 10 Point Plan for being ’10 times too unambitious’
A union chief has slammed the UK Government’s flagship green recovery blueprint, describing it as “10 times too unambitious”.
Greenpeace brings 42ft wind turbine blade to Duthie Park as part of the Just Transition Tour
Campaigners brought a 42ft wind turbine blade to Aberdeen as part of the Greenpeace Just Transition Tour.
MSP launches oil and gas survey seeking views on Just Transition
Oil and gas workers are being given the opportunity to have their say on what more can be done to break down barriers for transitioning to roles in the renewables sector.
Updated: Majority of offshore workers to be delivering low carbon energy by 2030, report finds
More than half of offshore workers could be involved in low carbon energy activities by the end of the decade, according to new research.
BP boss says support for leavers a sign of commitment to just transition
The boss at BP says the support provided to people leaving the company during its restructuring could be taken as a sign of its commitment to a just transition.
RenewableUK calls for clean energy tech targets and creation of Just Transition Strategy
A leading trade body is calling on governments across the UK to commit to specific renewables deployment targets ahead of a landmark climate conference later this year.
Offshore wind offers ‘real opportunity’ for oil workers
Offshore wind presents a “real opportunity” for North Sea oil and gas workers over the coming decades.