Renewables industry backs increased energy powers for Scotland

Scottish Renewables have asked the Scottish and UK Governments to come together to advance the development of renewables in Scotland. Niall Stuart, Chief Executive of Scottish Renewables said:

“Now we know the final result of the referendum it is important that both governments return to working together to meet the incredibly important challenges facing our country, such as tackling climate change and growing the economy. Renewables can make a significant contribution to both.” “The current balance of powers between Westminster and Holyrood has served the renewables industry incredibly well to date, with the sector now generating almost half of Scotland’s electricity demand, employing more than 11,500 people, and displacing millions of tonnes of carbon emissions each year.” “But harder challenges lie ahead as we seek to reach the country’s target of generating the equivalent of all the power we consume by 2020. That is why Scottish Renewables is calling for a new joint Scottish and UK Government energy policy that balances the interests of Scotland within a single GB energy market; a more open and accountable energy regulator; our islands connected up to the grid and coordinated investment by the UK and Scottish Governments to support our flourishing marine energy sector.”?