PLANS to serve Shetland’s energy needs with a 60MW subsea cable from the Scottish mainland have been rejected by Ofgem following a relaxation of emissions targets and a government pledge of support for island wind farms. http://www.shetnews.co.uk/news/15526-lerwick-power-station-to-stay-open-until-2005
The Renewable Energy Association last night expressed ‘deep concern’ about Chancellor Hammond’s Budget plans – or lack of them – for the green power sector, key points of which are: Government ends future support for renewable power deployment in Budget until an estimated 2025 No additional clarity as to how Read more…
Enoch Hill Wind Farm Application Comprising A Maximum Of 16 Wind Turbines And Underground Inter-Array Cabling And Other Ancillary Infrastructure Including Access Tracks, Two Met Masts, Control Building, Substation And Borrow Pits http://www.dpea.scotland.gov.uk/CaseDetails.aspx?id=118341
Following the decision by the Planning Committee at South Ayrshire Council to recommend refusal of the 22 turbine Hadyard Hill Wind Farm Extension Application, SSE has on Tuesday 21 November 2017 made the decision not to proceed to Public Local Inquiry. http://sse.com/whatwedo/ourprojectsandassets/renewables/hadyardhillext/
Britain’s renewable energy industry expressed “deep concern” on Wednesday over a document published alongside the Budget that suggested there will be no new subsidies for low-carbon electricity generation for another eight years. https://www.ft.com/content/b1b32838-cf90-11e7-b781-794ce08b24dc
Unfortunately because of the budget and lack of time to edit the interview, it was cut from last night’s news. Hopefully it will be shown tonight or at a later date.
This consultation seeks views on proposals to tackle and diminish fuel poverty in Scotland. https://consult.gov.scot/better-homes-division/fuel-poverty/