In a significant advancement for renewable energy in Scotland, the Moray West Offshore Wind Farm has successfully generated its first power, marking a crucial step in its development. This achievement in the Moray Firth, northern Scotland, sees the initial series of wind turbines exporting electricity to the National Electricity Transmission System (NETS). Located strategically at […]
Construction has officially commenced on the 102MW Stranoch wind farm in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, marking a significant step in the country’s journey towards achieving net zero emissions. The wind farm, located between New Luce and Barrhill, features 20 turbines and is anticipated to play a pivotal role in bolstering Scotland’s renewable energy capacity. Preparatory […]
The UK Government, through the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities’ Community Ownership Fund, has earmarked £3.8 million for the preservation of six essential community spaces across Scotland. This strategic financial injection is set to save youth hubs, cinemas, and sports clubs, ensuring their continuity for future generations and reinforcing the foundation of local […]
In a significant move for the UK’s renewable energy sector, Moray East Offshore Wind Farm, a joint venture among Ocean Winds, Diamond Green Limited, and China Three Gorges, has announced the successful transfer of its transmission assets to Transmission Capital Partners (TCP). This consortium includes notable entities such as Transmission Investment, Amber Infrastructure, and International […]
Springfield Properties plc (AIM: SPR), a premier housebuilder focused on both private and affordable housing in Scotland, has announced a significant contract win valued at £15.3 million with Highland Housing Alliance (HHA). This new partnership underscores Springfield Properties’ commitment to addressing the increasing demand for affordable housing in Scotland, particularly in the highlands region. The […]
In a significant move towards renewable energy, Amazon has inked a Corporate Power Purchase Agreement (CPPA) with global energy company ENGIE. This deal increases Amazon’s share of output from the Moray West offshore wind farm in Scotland to a formidable 473MW. Once operational later this year, this output will be sufficient to power over 650,000 […]
In a major move in the renewable energy sector, TotalEnergies has solidified its commitment to sustainability by signing an agreement with Thailand’s PTTEP for the sale of a 25.5% equity stake in the Seagreen offshore wind farm. The deal, valued at £522 million ($689 million), is a significant step in TotalEnergies’ renewable business model, marking […]
Piramal Pharma Solutions (PPS), a prominent Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) and part of Piramal Pharma Ltd. (PPL) has opened its expanded antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) manufacturing facility in Grangemouth, Scotland, UK. This expansion marks a significant step in addressing the growing global demand for ADC manufacturing. Dignitaries Attend Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony The ribbon-cutting ceremony, formally […]
SIMEC Atlantis Energy Limited (SAE) announced its successful procurement of four Contracts for Difference (CfD) for its MeyGen site, at a guaranteed rate of £198 per MWh for 15 years, effective from March 31, 2028. This development comes on the heels of the 28MW the company secured in the AR4 round in July 2022. The […]
Mainstream Renewable Power and Ocean Winds, major players in the renewable energy sector, have announced a joint venture to develop a second ScotWind site with a capacity of 500MW located east of Shetland. This venture will enlarge the Arven Offshore Wind Farm’s total footprint to an impressive 2.3GW. The Arven Offshore Wind Farm has two […]