Commercial solar photovoltaic: transitioning from the carrot to the stick
By Dr James Crosby-Wrigley, head of sustainability for commercial and industrial energy supply and usage at Advantage Utilities
Scotland has committed to becoming a more...
Planning today to meet offshore wind ambitions of tomorrow
Fraser Milne, engineering and projects director at Balmoral Comtec, discusses offshore wind and the value of a resilient Scottish supply chain
SCOTLAND’S offshore wind ambitions...
Heriot-Watt University’s biochar research set to advance sustainable construction
A team of scientists at Heriot-Watt University are investigating the use of biochar as an innovative, low-carbon building material.
The project, led by Dr Mehreen...
Story Scotland launches energy division to support nation’s net zero ambitions
STORY Scotland has announced the launch of a new division designed to deliver 'innovative and efficient' civil engineering solutions for energy customers across Scotland.
The...
Ensuring a smart energy transition: challenges and opportunities
By John Forster, chairman and founder of Forster Group
The journey towards net zero is fraught with complexities and challenges that often seem insurmountable and...
World’s largest offshore wind farm produces power for first time
DOGGER Bank has started producing electricity for the first time in a major milestone for the world's largest offshore wind farm currently under construction.
The...
Major progress celebrated at ‘flagship’ net zero carbon project in Edinburgh
THE first homes are now under construction on a 'flagship' net zero carbon housing development in Edinburgh.
Located on Waterfront Avenue in Granton, Plot D1...
Scottish universities to lead digital approach to decarbonising UK transport
A new national hub, jointly led by Heriot-Watt University and the University of Glasgow, has secured £46 million in funding to decarbonise transport in...
EHA welcomes energy efficiency proposals but calls for more protections for tenants
THE Existing Homes Alliance (EHA) has welcomed the Scottish Government’s commitment to introducing minimum energy efficiency standards for private rented homes.
In a response to...
Sutherland timber products specialist switches on huge solar array
A Sutherland-based timber products specialist has invested in a massive solar array on the roof of its production facility.
The six-figure initiative means biomass supplier...
Kilwinning retrofit upgrade work completed in time for Christmas
RIVERSIDE Scotland has announced completion of its first major retrofit project in Pennyburn, Kilwinning, just in time for Christmas.
The works, delivered in partnership with...
Building services company appointed to Loch Lomond net zero project
BUILDING services firm Viridis has announced it has been appointed by Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park Authority to support the organisation's transition...
Midlothian construction firm ‘exceeds expectations’ with support for charity
A Midlothian construction firm has been praised by the City of Edinburgh Council for the support it has given to a community growing hub...
Engine Shed event will offer advice on retrofitting historic buildings
THE Engine Shed in Stirling is opening its doors this weekend for a free event focused on retrofitting historic buildings.
The Energy Efficiency Open Weekend,...
New Midlothian skills initiative aims to connect with 1,000 young people
VATTENFALL and Midlothian Council will work with Powering Futures and Edinburgh Science to deliver a skills programme that is aiming to connect with 1,000...
New funding package supports delivery of sustainable homes in Airdrie
A Cumbernauld-based developer has started work on a new 17-home sustainable development in Airdrie.
McKernan Homes, managed by Peter McKernan, has been operating in Scotland...
Impact report highlights need to close the ‘green skills gap’ in Scotland’s built environment
SUSTAINABUILD has unveiled its latest ‘Green Skills’ Impact Report, outlining insights and recommendations from its recent ministerial-led Assembly.
The Assembly, opened by Scotland's minister for...
HIE and Great British Energy sign partnership agreement
HIGHLANDS and Islands Enterprise (HIE) and Great British Energy (GBE) have signed a partnership agreement to work together to accelerate the UK's transition to...
KR Group lands steel and cladding contract for Wester Ross aquaculture facility
KR Group has announced it has landed a contract, on behalf of client NoFitech, to provide steel work and cladding for the build of...
FOR EV expansion continues with new Aberdeen site
ELECTRIC vehicle charging infrastructure provider, FOR EV, has announced the launch of a new site at Tesco Express on Great Northern Road, Aberdeen.
The 200kW...
