The UK Government has today (December 13) published its ‘Clean Power 2030 Action Plan: A new era of clean electricity’ setting out its pathway to a clean power energy system by 2030.
Responding, Claire Mack, Chief Executive of Scottish Renewables, said:
“The renewable energy industry in Scotland welcomes the bold Clean Power 2030 Action Plan which recognises the enormous opportunity for the country by delivering clean energy projects at pace. Now is the time to prioritise delivery and boost investor confidence given the scale of the challenge ahead.
“We know that a renewables-based energy system will offer greater energy security and be more affordable for billpayers. That will require unlocking unprecedented levels of energy investment, so the UK Government must continue to work closely with industry to remove barriers to deployment. In return, we can build the supply chains and workforce that will provide our future prosperity.
“Industry looks forward to receiving greater detail around the proposals announced today and how we will tackle the wider challenge of decarbonising homes and businesses. We also urge the government to swiftly rule out zonal pricing to ensure Scotland can fully capture the economic and social potential of its clean energy pipeline.”
