Energy policy
Scotland’s Energy Future
Author / Creator: Royal Society of Edinburgh
Media type: Report
Date published: 2019
There are important issues about the demand for energy and the ways in which it is used; about the supply of energy and security of that supply; and about the impact of supply and demand on our environment, on the climate, and on the lives of consumers throughout Scottish society and in Scottish business.
Three Reasons Westminster’s Energy Strategy Doesn’t Work for Scotland
Author / Creator: Believe in Scotland
Media type: Article
Date published:
Scotland urgently needs a transformation of the UK’s electricity transmission system which does not serve Scotland’s needs. It also needs more investment in energy efficiency and demand reduction
How Scottish independence could re-ignite the north-east energy sector. Open minds on independence #17
Author / Creator: Believe in Scotland
Media type: News Media
Date published:
With independence, Scotland could manage a just transition from economic dependence on fossil fuels. And take our rightful place at the heart of developing renewables to power the world.
Consultation on Distribution Futures Energy Scenarios
Author / Creator: Common Weal
Media type: Policy Paper
Date published:
The use of electric vehicles is over-estimated due to changing work patterns. Private vehicles should be discouraged from city centres to concentrate on public transport and active travel. District Heating Systems offer better outcomes with less strain on the electrical grid than heat pumps. New buildings need to be constructed to passive energy standards.