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Aberdeen Renewable Energy Group (AREG) has written to the Prime Minister, the Chancellor of the Exchequer and the Energy Secretary, inviting Miatta Fahnbulleh to meet companies in the north-east of Scotland that are underpinning UK energy security and spearheading innovation in clean power.
Congratulating the Secretary of State on her appointment, AREG said the UK is at a pivotal point for energy security, economic growth and net-zero, and urged close collaboration between government and industry to ensure a managed and successful transition.
AREG Chair Jean Morrison said: "Our vision is to establish the Northeast of Scotland as a centre of excellence for the UK energy transition. AREG has been working for over 20 years on behalf of its members in the energy supply chain to champion the renewable energy sector, and their expertise. We support members to access opportunities that will accelerate the development and deployment of renewable energy.
"AREG believes a balanced approach is needed to deliver long-term energy security and economic prosperity. The UK's established oil and gas industry continues to play a vital role in supporting the growth of renewables through transferable skills, innovation, engineering expertise and decades of experience operating in challenging environments."
In its message to the Energy Secretary, AREG stressed the urgency of policy measures to unlock investment, speed up planning and consenting, protect jobs and provide long-term certainty for businesses scaling up clean energy projects.
Liz Paddon, AREG Operations and Development Manager added: "We believe that clear, consistent policy signals will help safeguard thousands of high-value jobs, attract private sector investment and enable the delivery of secure, affordable and clean energy for households and businesses across the country.
"The Northeast is ready to deliver. It has the skills, infrastructure, technology, innovation capability and international reputation to anchor Scotland's future energy economy and secure a successful transition."
