Clean power leaders head to Aberdeen for supply chain summit
Key players in clean power are heading to Aberdeen next week (Thursday, March 13) to explore how Scotland’s renewable energy supply chain can play a pivotal role in securing its place at the forefront of the global move to green energy.
The Renewable Energy Supply Chain Conference, organised by trade body Scottish Renewables, will demonstrate how the supply chain is an essential component to designing, building and operating major projects from solar and tidal installations to onshore and offshore wind farms.
In a headline session, Nathalie Haller, Director of Banking and Investments at the National Wealth Fund, will have a fireside chat with Claire Mack, Chief Executive of Scottish Renewables, to discuss how clean energy deployment and supply chain expansion will create jobs, boost energy independence and ensure UK consumers and communities reap the benefits of home-grown energy.
Either side of this conversation will feature sessions with a stellar list of experts in clean power including Alwyn Poulter of Hitachi Energy, Kate Rudman of Tarmac, Sinclair Browne from the Port of Inverness and Nicola Watson of Ocean Winds.
Other highlights from the conference include meet-the-buyer appointments which will provide suppliers with the opportunity to attend one-to-one sessions with the procurement teams from developers.
Scottish Renewables continually works to champion and support the diverse range of organisations that make up the growing renewable energy supply chain in Scotland, particularly Scottish SMEs.
Appointed by the Scottish Offshore Wind Energy Council (SOWEC) to establish a national offshore wind supply chain cluster for Scotland, Scottish Renewables launched The Clean Energy Cluster in January. With more than 400 members already registered including organisations based in or working across all corners of Scotland, the cluster will foster innovation, drive skills development and boost the global competitiveness of Scotland’s renewable energy supply chain.
From developers, tier 1 suppliers and ports to hauliers, vessel brokers and operations and maintenance providers, this conference will see industry come together to gain insights and intelligence on the future of renewable energy in Scotland.
Emma Harrick, Director of Energy Transition and Supply Chain at Scottish Renewables, said:
"Scotland, long hailed as the ‘Energy Capital of Europe,’ stands on the brink of an exciting new era. With a legacy rooted in oil and gas, our nation is now leading the charge in renewable energy unlocking a monumental economic opportunity that will power not just Scotland but the entire UK for generations to come.
“Achieving the ambitious renewable energy targets set by both the UK and Scottish governments will require not only dedicated developers, but also a vibrant network of skilled, innovative suppliers. From offshore inspection to civil engineering, electrical products and data services, there is a vast array of opportunities on the horizon.
“Over the past decade, Scotland has seen hundreds of supply chain businesses bring their expertise to the renewable energy industry, investing in growth, skills and talent to ensure we meet the demands of tomorrow.
“As we look ahead, we are excited to welcome the entrepreneurial trailblazers of this industry to our Renewable Energy Supply Chain Conference in Aberdeen where we’ll explore how supply chain businesses can harness Scotland’s greatest economic opportunity."
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Notes to editors
- More information on the Renewable Energy Supply Chain Conference is available on Scottish Renewables' website.
- Find out more about the supply chain cluster on The Clean Energy Cluster website.
- Free to use image of Emma Harrick is available via this link.