Energy resources of Scotland

To meet future demand and ensure energy security we will need to double the amount of currently-installed renewable generation.  It will also need a lot of energy storage. We have much more marine energy to generate hydrogen than we need for domestic and heavy goods transport. These resources are potentially an amazing export opportunity.

Incentives and Opportunities Signalled by Transmission Charges in Scotland

Scotland is not well served by the UK’s National Grid and the current system restricts the development of Scotland’s renewable energy potential and leads to high charges for Scottish consumers.

Type of Resource
Policy Paper
Date Published
Primary Author or Creator
Iain Wright
Additional Author(s) / Creators
Common Weal