Energy whether fossil, renewable or other low-carbon sources is important to the viability of an independent Scotland.
Offshore wind resources in the North Sea will create thousands of jobs and boost Scotland ‘s ambitions to be a world leader in renewable energy through a plan unveiled at COP 26 in Glasgow.
The alternatives to oil are already apparent. The transition to a green economy will remove the demand for almost all oil based products.
With independence, Scotland could manage a just transition from economic dependence on fossil fuels. And take our rightful place at the heart of developing renewables to power the world.
Renewable energy holds the key to powering Scotland’s future. Our country is so richly blessed with prized natural resources. It is well-placed to become a key player in the sector.
Low-cost offshore wind farms (OWFs) would increase both energy security and GDP.
Subsidising the high-cost OWFs would benefit energy security but not the economy.
We calculate that the carbon intensity of the heat produced is 9.7–14.0 kg(CO2e) MWh which is 4.9–7.3% of the emissions from heat from natural gas.
The study suggest that the Midland Valley [of Scotland] represents a viable option in Scotland for the exploitation of the majority of low-carbon GeoEnergy resources.
No new oil and gas fields can be approved for development. Given the right policies, a just transition can generate more than three jobs in clean industries for every North Sea oil job at risk