June 2016
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As the Scottish Government plans to review its current energy policy - and following the UK Parliament’s inquiry into investor confidence in the UK energy sector; the launch of the Scottish Affairs Committee inquiry into the renewable sector and the early closure of the Renewable Obligation for new projects in April 2016 - this seminar assessed the next steps for renewable energy in Scotland.
Discussion focused on how to ensure long-term development and commercial viability of renewable energy technology, and generation and transmission infrastructure within the context of the cuts to subsidies, including challenges facing technological innovation, and demand management. Delegates also considered the priorities for energy security, following the announcement that the Scottish Government will carry out research into unconventional oil and gas extraction.
Further sessions considered the role and potential expansion of community energy, and priorities for skills development within the sector following the recently announced £12 million Training Transition Fund.
