Trade bodies announce new partnership aimed at driving net-zero transition
A trio of trade bodies have announced a new partnership to help promote and drive the transition to a net zero economy.
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Fugro begins work on £55m contract for Scottish Power Renewables
Fugro has begun the geophysical survey phase for a major offshore wind project as part of a £55 million site investigation contract.
Plans for ‘crucial’ Shetland renewable energy power link disputed by local campaigners
Plans for a giant power cable linking Shetland to the Scottish mainland are “crucial” to ensure security of the islands long-term energy supply, according to the firm behind the proposal.
Coronavirus predicted to hit China’s wind market by up to 50%
China's energy market could be badly hit as the coronavirus has halted production on the countries wind turbine installations, according to Wood MacKenzie (WoodMac).
UK lacking a tech grip
Ever heard of the International Energy Agency’s Technology Collaboration Programme? Possibly not. It doesn’t exactly hit the headlines.
Hypothermia, falls and electrocution – figures lay bare Scotland’s windfarm injuries
Hypothermia, falls from height and electrocution are among the injuries caused to Scotland’s windfarm workers over the last five years, according to new figures.
Fugro boosts revenues off back of oil and wind energy contracts
Growth in the oil and gas and renewables sectors saw Fugro report a boost to revenues for the first quarter of the year.
Europe invests £23.3bn in new windfarms in 2018
Europe invested £23.3bn in new windfarms last year, according to a new report.
£3.5m community wind project moves forward
A £3.5million community wind project on the island of North Uist is entering its construction phase after a fund raising campaign brought in a total of £452,850.
Stop spinning over wind energy
When a politician, someone from a trade body or anyone else with a vested interest fails to tell the public the truth about how well an industry is actually doing, they are not only doing themselves a disservice, but are damaging the prospects of that industry.
If we want more large wind developments in Scotland, work needs to start now
John Robertson, Senior Development Manager for Crown Estate Scotland, the body responsible for leasing the seabed in Scotland talks through some of what lies ahead for the offshore wind industry in Scotland.
Labour pledge ‘seven-fold’ increase in offshore wind at conference
Labour's shadow business and energy secretary, Rebecca Long Bailey, last night pledged that her party would look to create a "seven-fold" increase in offshore wind.
Moray East Wind Farm’s 950K houses powered ‘very conservative’ estimate
The amount of power that can be generated from the Moray East Wind Farm is significantly more than quoted and 'very much a conservative estimate', according to a spokesman for the project.
Wind consultation to be launched for remote island communities
A UK Government consultation has been launched today to alter the definition of remote island wind energy in an effort to encourage investment.
Wind power ‘may just save the planet’, says Doctor Who
Actor Peter Capaldi has helped to launch a new campaign backing offshore wind as the future of UK energy, in the wake of tumbling prices for the technology.
Kimberly-Clark looks to renewable energy to power American operations
The purchase of energy from two wind farms will enable the company to outstrip their greenhouse reduction commitments by four years.
European wind capacity hits 6.1GW in first half of 2017
Europe has seen a sizable 6.1GW increase in wind capacity already in 2017, with the UK (1.2 GW), Germany (2.2 GW) and France (492 MW) leading the pack.
EDF snaps up 11 Scottish windfarm sites
EDF Energy Renewables has bought 11 Scottish windfarm locations after striking a deal with asset managers Partnership for Renewables.
Wind energy firms Dong and Siemens committed to UK but seek clarity post Brexit
Wind energy firms Dong and Siemens have both committed to their UK operations in the aftermath of the Brexit vote but have called for clarity on next steps.
Redox battery breakthrough
More and more electricity is being generated from intermittent sources of power, such as solar and wind energy.
North-east support for windfarms
A new survey claims people in the north-east are more open to having windfarms as part of their energy mix than the population in other parts of the country.
Wind energy cash move progress
Plans to boost Aberdeenshire Council's income through wind energy took a step closer to becoming reality yesterday.
Turbine maker opens base in north-east
An Irish wind-turbine manufacturer opened a new base in Aberdeenshire yesterday and said two others would follow in the UK.
Trump goes to Holyrood
All eyes will be on Holyrood today when Donald Trump is called in front of Scottish ministers to give evidence on the government's renewable energy plans.
Green surge splits opinion
The explosion of wind turbines across Scotland has divided opinion - and polarised communities across the north and north-east.