October 2022
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This conference focused on the way forward for achieving net-zero in Scotland and a just transition.
Delegates examined what is needed from policy and stakeholder action to create a process that puts the nation at the forefront of decarbonisation policy development and implementation, whilst addressing both the ambitions and concerns of key stakeholders.
The conference was a timely opportunity to assess:
- COP26 and The Scottish Government’s commitment to net-zero emissions of all greenhouse gases by 2045
- plans to refresh its energy strategy
- the establishment of a new Just Transition Commission
- unknowns in the direction of UK government policy with new political leadership
Bringing together stakeholders and policymakers, sessions in the agenda focused on:
- the pathway to meeting net-zero targets for Scotland - priorities for the Just Transition Commission
- achieving a sustainable and just transition - understanding impact - providing certainty for businesses, local communities, and consumers - growing the green economy and jobs market
- impact on key sectors - infrastructure, agriculture, and the environment - addressing climate adaptation and resilience challenges
- next steps for decarbonisation in Scotland - green energy rollout - developing low-carbon heat and transportation - supporting innovation and investment:
- tackling barriers - opportunities and key issues for the energy sector in achieving decarbonisation
- energy-efficient homes - the impact of the Heat in Buildings Strategy to date - what more needs to be done to reduce heat loss
- green travel - progress - opportunities - next steps
- implementation - reducing timescales - tackling barriers to innovation and development
- finance - funding - securing investment to help build a successful net-zero economy
- policy priorities - reaching net-zero and ensuring a just transition
We are pleased to have been able to include keynote sessions with David Mallon, Head of Climate Change Policy & Implementation Unit, The Scottish Government; and Dr Ameena Camps, Commissioner, Just Transition Commission; and Director, Community Energy Scotland.
The conference was an opportunity for stakeholders to consider the issues alongside key policy officials who attended from The Scottish Government, as well as from DAERA, NI; Department for the Economy, NI; DIT; Department for Communities, NI; CCC; ORR; Transport Scotland; and the Welsh Government - as well as pass holders from the House of Commons.
