Leading scientists and industry experts have joined forces to develop existing and emerging research to accelerate Scotland’s offshore wind sector.
The £2.5m project will address critical challenges in offshore wind technology, innovating to drive sustainable energy solutions and strengthen Scotland’s position as a leader in clean power.
Supporting communities
The partnership, led by the University of Edinburgh in collaboration with the University of Dundee and the Forth and Tay Offshore cluster (FTO) and supported by Edinburgh Innovations, will also benefit local communities through job creation, skills development, private investment and encouraging start-ups.
Experts say the east coast of Scotland is the ideal location for the programme as it is home to the majority of Scotland’s offshore wind farms in various stages of development, with a rich diversity of supply chain operators and world-class infrastructure.
Net-zero targets
Funding has been awarded through the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council’s (EPSRC) Place Based Impact Acceleration Account (PBIAA) scheme. The project is one of seven across the UK.
The funds effectively align the partnership’s aims with the UK government’s commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2045.
Extracted from the University of Edinburgh website, read more here