Drivers on the A96 faced major delays today as part of a huge wind turbine was escorted along the road by police. https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/moray/elgin/869750/wide-load-causing-traffic-chaos-a96/
Planning permission for two 47-metre wind turbines on Bute has been granted after an appeal against refusal was successful. http://www.buteman.co.uk/news/local-headlines/bute-turbine-planning-appeal-is-successful-1-4080732
Kevin Scott, Business Correspondent EDF Energy Renewables has signed a five year deal with Wind Towers Scotland for the Argyll based company to supply turbine towers for all its onshore wind farm projects in the UK. The agreement for an undisclosed sum will see the Campbeltown firm supply towers for Read more
By Richard Burdge A councillor wants action to prevent the “industrialisation” of the Ochil Hills through widespread development. A proliferation of renewable energy developments has angered Kinross-shire councillor Mike Barnacle. He wants authorities to work together to explore the possibility of the area being granted Regional Park Status. Mr Barnacle Read more
Scottish Energy Minister Fergus Ewing has warned that the UK Government needs an urgent review of its energy policy to ensure security of supply, as Longannet power station is due to close tomorrow (24 March) after 45 years of reliable service, with 2.4 GW of power leaving the system Read more