UK's new Industrial Strategy prioritises growth in clean energy

The UK Government has today (June 23) published its new Industrial Strategy, which sets out a 10-year plan to increase business investment. Alongside the Industrial Strategy, a Clean Energy Industries Sector Plan has also been published to grow investment and good jobs in clean energy technologies.

Claire Mack OBE, Chief Executive at Scottish Renewables, said:

“Placing clean energy at the heart of the new industrial strategy is a vote of confidence in the enormous economic growth potential of Scotland’s renewable energy industry and supply chain. The scale of opportunity is clear with sectors like offshore wind expected to generate £35 billion for the economy, helping to deliver good jobs and energy security.

“Scottish Renewables has been urging the UK Government to be bold in removing barriers to investment and we’re pleased to see the ambition outlined in this strategy, including measures to build a grid fit for the future, drive competitive supply chains and grow exports. All clean energy technologies, including marine energy, will have a role to play in that journey.

“Working in lockstep with industry, the UK Government must demonstrate how it will be accountable to its new industrial strategy. Delivering on our ambitions will require a consistent, coordinated and clear approach to policymaking and financial support across all areas of government.

“In the years ahead, the success of the UK Government’s industrial strategy will be seen in the delivery of new clean energy infrastructure, thriving supply chains and skilled jobs across Scotland. Maximising future Contracts for Difference Allocation Rounds will be essential to this, and our industry stands ready to continue meeting that challenge head on.”

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• Read the Industrial Strategy and Clean Energy Industries Sector Plan on the UK Government's website.