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Small-scale solar installations in Scotland increased by 174% in 2023. Image: Historic Environment Scotland.

Scottish government falling behind on rooftop solar, trade body says

August 5, 2024
Solar Energy Scotland has raised concerns over the new energy efficiency standard for buildings put forward by the Scottish government.
Cruachan Dam, Scotland, an existing 440MW pumped hydro energy storage (PHES) facility, one of only four in the UK. Companies like owner Drax say the government support is needed to enable the deployment of more projects like it. Image: Drax.

Drax signs major partnership for Hollow Mountain PHES project

July 9, 2024
Drax has appointed global technology and engineering firm Voith Hydro to move its plans forward for its proposed 600MW underground pumped hydro energy storage (PHES) project in Scotland.
Battery energy storage system from Statkraft in Ireland

NHOA Energy to supply BESS for 113MWh Scotland project

June 21, 2024
NHOA Energy is set to supply Statkraft with a battery energy storage system (BESS) for a 113MWh project in Coylton, Scotland.
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Scottish government urged to reinstate solar PV in Home Energy Scotland scheme

June 14, 2024
Scottish Renewables has called on the government to reinstate solar PV and energy storage in the Home Energy Scotland grant and loan scheme.
SolarEdge Rooftop Residential Solar Panels

‘The sky is the limit’: Scotland removes planning permission requirement for rooftop solar

June 4, 2024
The Scottish government’s overhaul of permitted development rights (PDRs) for rooftop solar has officially come into force, removing the need for planning permission.
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Debate on use of agricultural land for solar installations continues

May 29, 2024
The National Farmers’ Union of Scotland signed a deal with Iqony Solar Energy Solutions to support Scotland’s net zero ambitions.
Cruachan Turbine Hall Drax Pumped Hydro

Drax invests £80 million into Scottish pumped storage hydro power

April 30, 2024
Renewable energy company Drax has announced its investment to refurbish the Cruachan hydro power station in Scotland to reach 480MW generation capacity.
Renewco said the site could power around 18,000 homes, which equates to roughly 22,590 tonnes of carbon emission savings a year. Image: Renewco Power.

Scottish solar and battery project gets greenlight 

April 23, 2024
Nova Innovations Floating Solar Leith Scotland

Scotland pulls back on 2030 emissions reduction target

April 19, 2024
Scottish net zero minister Mairi McAllan confirmed yesterday (18 April) that the Scottish government will not reach their 2030 emissions target.
The partnership means British Gas can install solar power and battery tech for eligible customers in Scotland, England and Wales for the first time. Image: Centrica.

British Gas partnership to enable nationwide solar power

April 18, 2024
The partnership means British Gas can install solar power and battery tech for eligible customers in Scotland, England and Wales.

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