In response to Ofgem's announcement of an increase in the energy price cap for April, Scottish Renewables has reiterated its call for a greater focus on developing domestic clean energy sources.

Claire Mack, Chief Executive of Scottish Renewables, stated that the price cap rise demonstrates the continued cost to consumers of the UK's reliance on volatile global gas markets. She argued that the announcement should prompt further action to accelerate the deployment of homegrown clean power.

"Bill payers continue to pay the price for the UK’s exposure to volatile global gas markets. That is why today's announcement should serve as another call to action on doubling down homegrown clean power deployment," Ms Mack said.

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She emphasised that an energy system primarily powered by wind and other renewable sources would ultimately be the most cost-effective for consumers. Ms Mack highlighted Scotland's crucial role in this transition, urging for more to be done to create favourable investment conditions to avoid hindering progress.

"We know that an energy system dominated by wind and renewable energy at scale would be the lowest cost for bill payers. Scotland is central to that effort where we must do more to create the right investment conditions or risk stalling momentum," she added.

Ms Mack concluded by stressing the long-term benefits of energy efficiency measures in homes and maximising Scotland's renewable energy resources, including enhanced energy security and economic growth. She urged the government to make decisions that bolster the viability of Scottish projects, which she described as essential for the future, particularly amidst increasing economic challenges.

"Making our homes more energy efficient whilst unlocking the affordable power of Scotland’s clean energy resources will create lasting benefits through energy security and economic growth. However, amidst increasingly fierce headwinds, now more than ever should the government take decisions which strengthen the viability of Scottish projects essential for the future," Ms Mack said.