DOCSLIB.ORG

(2018) Renewable Energy in Scotland: Extending the Transition-Periphery Dynamics Approach

Total Page：16

File Type：pdf, Size：1020Kb

Download full-text PDF Read full-text
(2018) Renewable Energy in Scotland: Extending the Transition-Periphery Dynamics Approach Munro, Fiona Robertson (2018) Renewable energy in Scotland: Extending the transition-periphery dynamics approach. PhD thesis. https://theses.gla.ac.uk/8714/ Copyright and moral rights for this work are retained by the author A copy can be downloaded for personal non-commercial research or study, without prior permission or charge This work cannot be reproduced or quoted extensively from without first obtaining permission in writing from the author The content must not be changed in any way or sold commercially in any format or medium without the formal permission of the author When referring to this work, full bibliographic details including the author, title, awarding institution and date of the thesis must be given Enlighten: Theses https://theses.gla.ac.uk/ [email protected] Renewable energy in Scotland: Extending the transition- periphery dynamics approach by Fiona Robertson Munro Masters in Resource and Environmental Management (Planning), Simon Fraser University, 2013 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Medial in Environmental Studies and Geography, Queen’s University, 2011 Submitted in fulfilment of the requirements for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy School of Interdisciplinary Studies College of Social Science University of Glasgow August 2017 Abstract Scotland is being transformed as renewable energy resources are being exploited through new developments and infrastructure as part of an energy transition. Scotland has a significant amount of potential onshore and offshore renewable energy available for capture largely located in rural and isolated regions. Some of this potential renewable energy has been developed and contributes to the increasing amount of energy from low carbon sources in the UK, aiding in the UK reaching its greenhouse gas (GHG) emission targets. This thesis responds to four research questions. The first proposes an analytical framework that incorporates the concept of resource peripheries and processes of peripheralization and centralization in the multilevel perspective (MLP) from the sociotechnical transitions literature. The second discusses the transition dynamics during the renewable energy transition in Scotland that are being shaped by a number of drivers including the shift to community ownership in Scotland and a range of policies, targets, and legislation. The third address the relationship dynamics between cores and peripheries created through processes of peripheralization that include relational, multi-dimensional processes that are also multi-scalar. The fourth discusses the uneven multi-scalar dynamics created as a transition occurs with processes of peripheralization and centralization creating resource peripheries as ‘transition-periphery dynamics’. By better understanding these dynamics and relationships during transitions the renewable energy transition can be better informed to deal with possible implications and ensure possible benefits are secured for a more sustainable future. Keywords: sociotechnical transitions; geography; resource periphery; renewable energy; policy ii Table of Contents Abstract .......................................................................................................................... ii Table of Contents .......................................................................................................... iii List of Tables ............................................................................................................... vii List of Figures ............................................................................................................. viii Acknowledgements ........................................................................................................ x Author’s Declaration ..................................................................................................... xi Abbreviations ............................................................................................................... xii Chapter 1. Introduction ............................................................................................ 1 1.1. Context: The Existing Energy System ................................................................. 2 1.2. Problem and Significance .................................................................................. 11 1.3. Prior Research .................................................................................................... 14 1.4. Objectives/Research Questions .......................................................................... 18 1.5. Approach ............................................................................................................ 19 1.6. Outline of the Thesis .......................................................................................... 21 Chapter 2. Sociotechnical Transitions .................................................................. 24 2.1. Science, Technology, and Innovation Studies ................................................... 24 2.1.1. Science and Technology Studies (STS) ..................................................... 25 2.1.2. Determinism .............................................................................................. 25 2.1.3. Systems Perspective .................................................................................. 26 2.1.4. Innovation Studies ..................................................................................... 28 Radical and Incremental Innovations ................................................................... 28 Large Technical Systems (LTS) ........................................................................... 29 Path Dependency and Lock-in .............................................................................. 31 2.2. Sociotechnical Transitions ................................................................................. 32 2.3. Sociotechnical Transitions and Energy .............................................................. 42 2.4. Sociotechnical Transitions: What About Geography? ....................................... 51 2.4.1. Science, Technology and Innovation Studies and Geography .................. 51 2.4.2. Geographers and Transition Studies .......................................................... 55 2.4.3. The Bridge ................................................................................................. 59 2.5. Conclusion ......................................................................................................... 62 Chapter 3. Resource Peripheries ........................................................................... 63 3.1. Core-Periphery Relationships ............................................................................ 64 3.2. Nature and Resources ........................................................................................ 73 3.2.1. Resource Making ....................................................................................... 73 3.2.2. The Resource Curse ................................................................................... 75 3.2.3. Green Grabbing ......................................................................................... 77 3.3. Resource Peripheries .......................................................................................... 79 3.3.1. Energy as a Resource ................................................................................. 82 3.4. Alternative Types of Resource Development .................................................... 83 3.5. Resource Peripheries and Sociotechnical Transitions ....................................... 85 iii Chapter 4. Towards an Analytical Framework ................................................... 88 4.1. Sociotechnical Transitions and Resource Peripheries as Separate Concepts .... 89 4.2. Key Terms .......................................................................................................... 91 4.3. Connecting Sociotechnical Transitions and Resource Peripheries .................... 96 4.4. Proposed Theoretical Framework ...................................................................... 97 4.4.1. Peripheralization and Centralization: Processes as part of the Sociotechnical Transition ......................................................................................... 97 4.4.2. Multi-scalar Core-periphery Relationships ............................................. 100 4.5. Challenges and Limitations ............................................................................. 102 4.6. Conclusion ....................................................................................................... 103 Chapter 5. Methods ............................................................................................... 105 5.1. Research Objective and Questions .................................................................. 105 5.2. Research Design .............................................................................................. 106 5.2.1. Qualitative Case Study Approach ............................................................ 107 5.2.2. Case Study Selection ............................................................................... 110 North Yell Tidal Project ..................................................................................... 113 Shetland Interconnector, Shetland to mainland Scotland ................................... 114 Coire Glas and Cruachan Hydro Schemes ........................................................
Load more

Recommended publications
  • Aquamarine Power – Oyster* Biopower Systems – Biowave
    Wave Energy Converters (WECs) Aquamarine Power – Oyster* The Oyster is uniquely designed to harness wave energy in a near-shore environment. It is composed primarily of a simple mechanical hinged flap connected to the seabed at a depth of about 10 meters and is gravity moored. Each passing wave moves the flap, driving hydraulic pistons to deliver high pressure water via a pipeline to an onshore electrical turbine. AWS Ocean Energy – Archimedes Wave Swing™* The Archimedes Wave Swing is a seabed point-absorbing wave energy converter with a large air-filled cylinder that is submerged beneath the waves. As a wave crest approaches, the water pressure on the top of the cylinder increases and the upper part or 'floater' compresses the air within the cylinder to balance the pressures. The reverse happens as the wave trough passes and the cylinder expands. The relative movement between the floater and the fixed lower part is converted directly to electricity by means of a linear power take-off. BioPower Systems – bioWAVE™ The bioWAVE oscillating wave surge converter system is based on the swaying motion of sea plants in the presence of ocean waves. In extreme wave conditions, the device automatically ceases operation and assumes a safe position lying flat against the seabed. This eliminates exposure to extreme forces, allowing for light-weight designs. Centipod* The Centipod is a Wave Energy Conversion device currently under construction by Dehlsen Associates, LLC. It operates in water depths of 40-44m and uses a two point mooring system with four lines. Its methodology for wave energy conversion is similar to other devices.
    [Show full text]
  • Scotland, Nuclear Energy Policy and Independence Raphael J. Heffron
    Scotland, Nuclear Energy Policy and Independence EPRG Working Paper 1407 Cambridge Working Paper in Economics 1457 Raphael J. Heffron and William J. Nuttall Abstract This paper examines the role of nuclear energy in Scotland, and the concerns for Scotland as it votes for independence. The aim is to focus directly on current Scottish energy policy and its relationship to nuclear energy. The paper does not purport to advise on a vote for or against Scottish independence but aims to further the debate in an underexplored area of energy policy that will be of value whether Scotland secures independence or further devolution. There are four central parts to this paper: (1) consideration of the Scottish electricity mix; (2) an analysis of a statement about nuclear energy made by the Scottish energy minister; (3) examination of nuclear energy issues as presented in the Scottish Independence White Paper; and (4) the issue of nuclear waste is assessed. A recurrent theme in the analysis is that whether one is for, against, or indifferent to new nuclear energy development, it highlights a major gap in Scotland’s energy and environmental policy goals. Too often, the energy policy debate from the Scottish Government perspective has been reduced to a low-carbon energy development debate between nuclear energy and renewable energy. There is little reflection on how to reduce Scottish dependency on fossil fuels. For Scotland to aspire to being a low-carbon economy, to decarbonising its electricity market, and to being a leader within the climate change community, it needs to tackle the issue of how to stop the continuation of burning fossil fuels.
    [Show full text]
  • WES Development Guidance – Lessons Learnt from Real Sea Deployments
    WES Development Guidance – Lessons Learnt from Real Sea Deployments Approach and Supply Chain WES_KH03_ER_01 Revision Date Purpose of issue 1.0 22/03/2017 WES External Issue Copyright © Wave Energy Scotland Limited 2017 All rights reserved. No part of this work may be modified, reproduced, stored in a retrieval system of any nature, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, graphic, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording, or used for any purpose other than its designated purpose without the prior written permission of Wave Energy Scotland Limited, the copyright owner. If any unauthorised acts are carried out in relation to this copyright work, a civil claim for damages may be made and/or a criminal prosecution may result. Disclaimer This report (including any enclosures and attachments) has been commissioned by Wave Energy Scotland Limited (“WES”) and prepared for the exclusive use and benefit of WES and solely for the purpose for which it was provided. No representation, warranty or undertaking (express or implied) is made, and no responsibility is accepted as to the adequacy, accuracy or completeness of this report or any of its contents. WES does not assume any liability with respect to use of or damages resulting from the use of any information disclosed in this document. The statements and opinions contained in this report are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of WES. v2 WES_KH03_ER_01 - Approach and Supply Chain.docx i Contents 1 Introduction 1 2 Knowledge Capture Approach 3 3 Guidance Documents 6 3.1 Compliance 6 3.2 Handling 6 3.3 Installation 7 3.4 Operations and Maintenance (O&M) 7 4 Company Profiles 8 List of Figures Figure 1.
    [Show full text]
  • Trade Your Way
    BUSINESS WITH PERSONALITY CAM’S LEGACY NOTHING TO WINE ABOUT THE GOOD, THE BAD THE SOMMELIER’S GUIDE TO AND THE EU THE BEST VINO-TECH P23 REFERENDUM P19 WEDNESDAY 18 SEPTEMBER 2019 ISSUE 3,459 CITYAM.COM FREE French bank chief: EU to NOW WEWORK’S grow closer HARRY ROBERTSON @henrygrobertson THE Bank of France governor suggested yesterday that the European Union will move towards closer integration in FLOATJAMES WARRINGTON PUT ON ICE reports that the New York-based com- vealed in a filing last month, despite ongoing commitment,” the company the wake of Brexit. AND SEB MCCARTHY pany was considering dramatically its revenue climbing to $1.54bn. said in a statement. Francois Villeroy de Galhau, slashing the valuation it will seek “The We Company is looking for- Neil Wilson, chief market analyst at who is also a European @j_a_warrington and @sebmccarthy when it sells shares on the stock ward to our upcoming [initial public Markets.com, said: “Wework is said to Central Bank (ECB) board WEWORK has pushed back plans for market. offering], which we expect to be com- be delaying its planned IPO. Investors member, told business its highly-anticipated initial public of- We Company is reportedly looking pleted by the end of the year. We want have given it the cold shoulder. It’s delegates in London that the fering (IPO) amid cooling investor ap- at a valuation of just over $20bn to thank all of our employees, mem- been something of a lemon so far bloc’s collective response to petite. (£16.12bn), less than half the bers and partners for their with valuations drastically cut.” Britain’s departure might FRIDAY 6 SEPTEMBER 2019 SSURE GROWS S TO THE BIG SS ISSUE 3,451 P3, P16 GOING OUT P Following a number of setbacks over $47bn price tag it received in CITYAM.COM He added: “It’s amazing how the become a further shift its ambitions to go public, the fast-ris- private fundraising in January.
    [Show full text]
  • Wave Energy Propulsion for Pure Car and Truck Carriers (Pctcs)
    Wave Energy Propulsion for Pure Car and Truck Carriers (PCTCs) Master thesis by KTH Centre for Naval Architecture Ludvig af Klinteberg Supervisor: Mikael Huss, Wallenius Marine Examiner: Anders Ros´en,KTH Centre for Naval Architecture Stockholm, 2009 Abstract Wave Energy Propulsion for Pure Car and Truck Carriers (PCTC's) The development of ocean wave energy technology has in recent years seen a revival due to increased climate concerns and interest in sustainable en- ergy. This thesis investigates whether ocean wave energy could also be used for propulsion of commercial ships, with Pure Car and Truck Carriers (PCTC's) being the model ship type used. Based on current wave energy research four technologies are selected as candidates for wave energy propul- sion: bow overtopping, thrust generating foils, moving multi-point absorber and turbine-fitted anti-roll tanks. Analyses of the selected technologies indicate that the generated propulsive power does the overcome the added resistance from the system at the ship design speed and size used in the study. Conclusions are that further wave energy propulsion research should focus on systems for ships that are slower and smaller than current PCTC's. V˚agenergiframdrivningav biltransportfartyg (PCTC's) Utvecklingen av v˚agenergiteknikhar p˚asenare ˚arf˚attett uppsving i sam- band med ¨okande klimatoro och intresse f¨orf¨ornyelsebar energi. Detta exam- ensarbete utreder huruvida v˚agenergi¨aven skulle kunna anv¨andastill fram- drivning av kommersiella fartyg, och anv¨ander moderna biltransportfartyg (PCTC's - Pure Car and Truck Carriers) som fartygstyp f¨orutredningen. Med utg˚angspunkti aktuell v˚agenergiforskningtas fyra potentiella tekniker f¨orv˚agenergiframdrivning fram: "overtopping" i f¨oren,passiva fenor, "mov- ing multi-point absorber" samt antirullningstankar med turbiner.
    [Show full text]
  • IMPLEMENTING AGREEMENT on OCEAN ENERGY SYSTEMS
    ANNUAL REPORT IMPLEMENTING AGREEMENT on OCEAN ENERGY SYSTEMS 2014 ANNUAL REPORT IMPLEMENTING AGREEMENT on OCEAN ENERGY SYSTEMS 2014 2014 ANNUAL REPORT Published by: The Executive Committee of Ocean Energy Systems Edited by: Ana Brito e Melo and José Luis Villate Designed by: Formas do Possível | www.formasdopossivel.com Disclaimer: Ocean Energy Systems (OES), also known as the Implementing Agreement on Ocean Energy Systems, functions within a framework created by the International Energy Agency (IEA). Views, findings and publications of the OES do not necessarily represent the views or policies of the IEA Secretariat or its individual member countries. CONTENTS CHAIRMAN’S MESSAGE 04 6. COUNTRY REPORTS PORTUGAL 44 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 05 DENMARK 49 UNITED KINGDOM 52 1. INTRODUCTION IRELAND 64 Vision, Role and Values 11 CANADA 69 The OES Vision for International Deployment of UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 75 Ocean Energy 12 BELGIUM 84 Benefits from International Collaboration 13 NORWAY 86 Key OES Achievements in 2014 14 MEXICO 89 SPAIN 92 2. REPORT OF THE EXECUTIVE ITALY 96 COMMITTEE NEW ZEALAND 102 Membership 15 SWEDEN 104 Executive Committee 18 SOUTH AFRICA 110 Management & Work Programme 19 REPUBLIC OF KOREA 111 Interaction with the IEA 20 CHINA 116 NIGERIA 120 3. DISSEMINATION AND OUTREACH MONACO 120 Collection and Exchange of Information 21 SINGAPORE 122 Sponsorship and Co-hosting of Conferences and Workshops 23 THE NETHERLANDS 129 Presence in Main Events 25 Promotional Material 26 7. STATISTICAL OVERVIEW OF OCEAN ENERGY IN 2014 4. ONGOING COLLABORATIVE PROJECTS Worldwide Ocean Power Installed Capacity 132 Open Sea Testing Assessment of Environmental Effects and Monitoring 134 Efforts (Annex IV) 27 Major Industry Players Involved in R&D and Demonstration Projects 135 Exchange and Assessment of Ocean Energy Device Project Information and Experience (Annex V) 31 Worldwide Web GIS Database for Ocean Energy 33 8.
    [Show full text]
  • Lessons Learned from Orkney Island: the Possibility of Waves to Churn out Enery and Economic Returns in the U.S
    Lessons Learned from Orkney Island: The Possibility of Waves to Churn Out Enery and Economic Returns in the U.S. by Marisa McNatt About the Author Marisa McNatt is pursuing her PhD in Environmental Studies with a renewable energy policy focus at the University of Colorado-Boulder. She earned a Master’s in Journalism and Broadcast and a Certificate in Environment, Policy, and Society from CU-Boulder in 2011. This past summer, she traveled to Europe as a Heinrich Böll Climate Media fellow with the goal of researching EU renewable energy policies, with an emphasis on marine renewables, and communicating lessons learned to U.S. policy-makers and other relevant stakeholders. Published by the Heinrich Böll Stiftung Washington, DC, March 2014 Creative Commons Attribution NonCommercial-NoDerivs 3.0 Unported License Author: Marisa McNatt Design: Anna Liesa Fero Cover: ScottishPower Renewables „Wave energy device that turns energy from the waves into electricity at the European Marine Energy Center’s full-scale wave test site off the coast of Orkney Island. Pelamis P2-002 was developed by Pelamis Wave Power and is owned by ScottishPower Renewables.” Heinrich Böll Stiftung North America 1432 K Street NW Suite 500 Washington, DC 20005 United States T +1 202 462 7512 F +1 202 462 5230 E [email protected] www.us.boell.org 2 Lessons Learned from Orkney Island: The Possibility of Waves to Churn Out Enery and Economic Returns in the U.S. by Marisa McNatt A remote island off the Northern tip of Scotland, begins, including obtaining the necessary permits from long known for its waves and currents, is channeling energy and environmental regulatory agencies, as well attention from the U.S.
    [Show full text]
  • ENERGY PRICES Briefing
    SPICe ENERGY PRICES briefing SCHERIE NICOL AND GRAEME COOK 5 December 2008 Energy prices have risen between 10% and 50% over the last year with 08/70 Consumer Focus estimating the current average annual domestic energy bill to be over £1,300. With the percentage of households in fuel poverty having increased from 13% to 25% over the last 5 years and fuel prices predicted to continue to rise, energy prices have been a subject of recent interest. This briefing provides an overview of recent trends in energy prices and highlights the key factors influencing the general price of energy and the price of oil, domestic gas and electricity. It then considers the key impacts that changing energy prices have on consumers, producers and the environment before summarising the key policy levers available to the EU, the UK and Scottish Governments. Scottish Parliament Information Centre (SPICe) Briefings are compiled for the benefit of the Members of the Parliament and their personal staff. Authors are available to discuss the contents of these papers with MSPs and their staff who should contact Scherie Nicol on extension 85380 or email [email protected]. Members of the public or external organisations may comment on this briefing by emailing us at [email protected]. However, researchers are unable to enter into personal discussion in relation to SPICe Briefing Papers. If you have any general questions about the work of the Parliament you can email the Parliament’s Public Information Service at [email protected]. Every effort is made to ensure that the information contained in SPICe briefings is correct at the time of publication.
    [Show full text]
  • IFA2 Latest: Leading Consultants Arcadis Appointed to Complete Airfield Assessment at Daedalus
    Investors Home Press Releases Media Contacts Home / Press Releases / IFA2 latest: Leading consultants Arcadis appointed to complete airfield assessment at Daedalus Independent compatibility study announced by National Grid IFA2 Ltd for proposed project at Daedalus site 28 Jul 2016 Leading consultants Arcadis appointed to help ensure IFA2 energy project can coexist with airport operations at the Daedalus site Assessment commissioned by National Grid IFA2 Ltd in conjunction with land owner Fareham Borough Council Assessment will be carried out between July and September 2016 Expert consultants have been hired to help ensure that proposed cross channel energy link IFA2 can operate alongside the Solent Airport at Daedalus. National Grid IFA2 Ltd, in conjunction with land owner Fareham Borough Council have appointed leading consultants Arcadis to carry out an independent assessment looking at how the IFA2 electricity interconnector would operate alongside the Solent Airport at the Daedalus site in Lee-on-the-Solent, Hampshire. National Grid IFA2 Ltd is proposing to lease land at Daedalus for the British part of its proposed IFA2 project, which would help boost access to safe, reliable, affordable energy supplies by providing a new energy link with France. Arcadis have been commissioned to carry out the assessment to ensure that the interconnector will be able to coexist with site owner Fareham Borough Council’s Vision for Daedalus and won’t adversely affect operations at the airport. Arcadis will start work on their assessment this month with the report due to be completed in September 2016. Morris Bray, from National Grid IFA2, who helped commission the assessment, said: “This independent assessment should help provide reassurance that our proposals won’t affect Fareham Borough Council’s Vision for Daedalus including its continued use as an operational airport.” Stef Scannali, Arcadis Head of Safety Risk Management, said: “We’re delighted to be supporting National Grid IFA2 Ltd and Fareham Borough Council on this vital project.
    [Show full text]
  • Birkett, Derek G
    SUBMISSION FROM DEREK G BIRKETT Security of Scotland’s Energy Supply Personal Introduction The author has had a lifetime of working experience in the electricity supply industry, retiring at the millenium after twenty years as a grid control engineer under both state and privatised operation. Previous experience on shift were on coal and hydro plant for a decade, with the CEGB and NofSHEB. A further decade was spent on project installation and commissioning at five power station locations across the UK of which two were coal and three nuclear including Dounreay PFR. The latter experience gave chartered status on a basis of an engineering degree from Leeds University. Upon retirement, commitment was given as a technical witness for two public inquiries opposing wind farm applications as well as being an independent witness at the strategic session of the Beauly/Denny public inquiry. In 2010 a book was published entitled ‘When will the Lights go out?’ leading to public presentations, three of which were held in London. http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Resource/Doc/917/0088330.pdf (page 72) Basic Principles As a commodity electricity cannot be stored to any degree and must therefore be produced on demand. As an essential service to modern society its provision is highly dependent upon a narrow field of specialised technical expertise. The unified GB Grid is a dynamic entity, inherently unstable. Transmission interconnection of various supply sources provide security and enable significant capital and operational savings. However bulk transmission of power brings power losses, mitigated by siting generation in proximity to consumer demand. Maintaining system balance on a continual basis is critical for system security, not just with active power but also reactive power that enables voltage (pressure) levels to be maintained.
    [Show full text]
  • Socio-Economic Baseline Reviews for Offshore Renewables in Scottish Waters
    RPA. Marine Scotland Socio-economic Baseline Reviews for Offshore Renewables in Scottish Waters Volume 1: Main Text Report R.1905 September 2012 RPA. Marine Scotland Socio-economic Baseline Reviews for Offshore Renewables in Scottish Waters Volume 2: Figures Report R.1905 September 2012 Marine Scotland Socio-economic Baseline Reviews for Offshore Renewables in Scottish Waters Date: September 2012 Project Ref: R4032/3 Report No: R.1905 © ABP Marine Environmental Research Ltd Version Details of Change Authorised By Date 1 Working Copy C E Brown 02.12.11 2 Final C E Brown 07.02.12 3 Final C E Brown 26.04.12 4 Final C E Brown 28.06.12 5 Final C E Brown 24.09.12 Document Authorisation Signature Date Project Manager: C E Brown Quality Manager: H Roberts Project Director: S C Hull ABP Marine Environmental Research Ltd Quayside Suite, Medina Chambers Town Quay Tel: +44(0)23 8071 1840 SOUTHAMPTON Fax: +44(0)23 8071 1841 Hampshire Web: www.abpmer.co.uk SO14 2AQ Email: [email protected] ABPmer is certified by: All images copyright ABPmer apart from front cover (wave, anemone, bird) and policy & management (rockpool) Andy Pearson www.oceansedgephotography.co.uk Socio-economic Baseline Reviews for Offshore Renewables in Scottish Waters Summary ABP Marine Environmental Research Ltd (ABPmer) and RPA were commissioned by Marine Scotland to prepare a baseline socio-economic review to inform impact assessments of future sectoral plans for offshore wind and wave and tidal energy in Scottish Territorial Waters and waters offshore of Scotland (hereafter „Scottish Waters‟). This report provides a national overview of socio-economic activities together with regional baseline reviews covering the six Scottish Offshore Renewable Energy Regions (SORERs).
    [Show full text]
  • Industrial Impact the Power of Scotland's Renewables Sector
    Supported by Industrial impact the power of Scotland’s renewables sector Wind Service at E.ON INTRODUCTION Climate and Renewables Despite daily headlines on energy, climate change and the growth of renewables, few people appreciate the scale of the transformation which is steadily underway in our energy sector. In just eight years Scotland has almost tripled its Glasgow and Edinburgh are home to large power utilities renewable energy capacity, and made a massive dent in as well as some of our most cutting-edge science, the country’s carbon emissions as a result. research and innovation organisations – companies like Limpet Technologies and Neo Environmental are The industrial benefits of this strategic transformation developing unique products which are already being are as impressive as the environmental ones: exported across the globe. renewable energy is driving innovation and clean growth across Scotland. Research by Scottish Renewables in December 2016 showed Scottish renewable energy businesses like these The sector currently employs 21,000 people, from have been involved in projects worth £125.3 million in 43 entrepreneurs who’re designing new ways to capture countries in every continent bar Antarctica. energy from nature, consultants who make projects viable, E.ON in Scotland lawyers who negotiate contracts, a supply chain which In the south of Scotland, organisations like Natural Power builds wind farms, hydro plant and solar farms and an and Green Cat Group are nurturing workforces skilled army of highly-skilled engineers and technicians who in providing the development support that renewable E.ON, through its renewables arm E.ON Climate and multiple turbine manufacturers/types across Europe.
    [Show full text]