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We welcome the news that the UK government will increase the AR6 Contracts for Difference budget. This will set a benchmark for future auction rounds which will be critical to hitting #netzero targets. Paul Cooley, our Director for Offshore Wind, said: “Today’s news is a very welcome signal; looking ahead it will also be vital that the parameters set in the next two auction rounds – AR7 and AR8 – encourage unprecedented investment and additional capacity across a range of renewable technologies. “It is also important to ensure the end-to-end process of developing these mission-critical projects is accelerated. A good first step would be a quick decision to consent Berwick Bank, which at 4.1GW, is one of the most significant offshore wind developments in the world.”

Net zero – are we moving fast enough? Recently we were joined on the #CleanEnergyPod by Michael Grubb, Professor of Energy and Climate Change at UCL (University College London). Michael has contributed to the UK's Climate Change Committee, as well as the UN's IPCC and a whole host of other initiatives, making him the right person to join us and discuss climate change, the energy industry and what needs to happen in the next few years to speed up the clean energy transition. You can hear from Michael by listening to the Clean Energy Pod, available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube via the link in the comments below ⬇️

On Saturday 20 July we attended and sponsored Glasgow Pride.🌈 It was a fantastic day full of positivity, support, kindness, fun and most importantly, pride. Thank you to everyone who attended, visited our stand and walked with us during the pride march. These events allow an opportunity to celebrate LGBTQIA+ identities, cultures, and achievements, and serve as platforms for advocacy, education, and solidarity. They attract thousands of attendees, including LGBTQIA+ people, allies, families, friends, and supporters from all walks of life. We look forward to attending and sponsoring Reading Pride on Saturday 31 August. We hope to see you there! 👋 #GlasgowPride #ReadingPride

"It's good news...I hope it unlocks other technologies like floating, hydrogen and carbon capture and storage, some of the things we haven't been able to invest in yet. So it's truly additive...the early signs are pretty positive." Director of Strategy and Corporate Affairs, Sam Peacock joined BBC News today where he told presenter Matthew Amroliwala about SSE's hopes for working with GB Energy, following Sir Keir Starmer's earlier announcement. Watch the excerpt below. Link to the full show in comments.

It is good to see more details about Great British Energy from Department for Energy Security and Net Zero this morning. The UK has fantastic natural resources, highly talented people and a great opportunity to become a clean energy superpower. The way to realise this potential is for government, industry and communities to work together. The UK already has a world-leading offshore wind sector where the focus should be on speeding up deployment. In other, earlier-stage technologies, such as carbon capture and storage, the government can play an important role in de-risking projects. As one of the biggest investors in mission-critical energy infrastructure in the UK we look forward to discussing co-investment opportunities with GB Energy, as together we create a more sustainable home-grown energy system.

How can government make the UK one of the best places in the world to invest in? We have seen positive, early action from the new Government in delivering its Clean Energy Mission. But what is next? ➡️

"Driving rapid system transformation" In an important new report, the Royal Academy of Engineering set out what is needed to deliver a cleaner and more sustainable electricity system in Great Britain. ⬆ More renewables ⬆ More electricity networks ⬆ More flexible power generation for the days the wind doesn't blow and the sun doesn't shine These are just some of a comprehensive set of recommendations for policy makers, regulators and industry. We encourage you all to take a look 👀 https://lnkd.in/e_-9UYGp

We’re delighted to share that our Director of Onshore Development & Construction, Heather Donald, has been asked to join the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero’s Onshore Wind Taskforce. As the leading owner, operator and developer of onshore wind farms across the UK and Ireland, we know the vital role that onshore wind is playing in decarbonising our electricity system while delivering jobs, investment and energy security.

What policy changes does the energy transition need?💭 Our CEO, Alistair Phillips-Davies recently joined us on the #CleanEnergyPod to discuss how the new government can help speed up planning and consenting for new clean energy sources and how SSE is ready to spend billions towards a cheaper, cleaner and more secure homegrown energy system. 🎧 Listen to the full podcast now on your favourite podcast app by searching for the Clean Energy Pod or watch the full episode now on YouTube via the link in the comments below ⬇️

Mission: deliver more clean power Date: by 2030 Status: turbocharge required We have seen positive, early action from the new Government in delivering its Clean Power Mission. But what is next? In order to deliver more clean power, we need to: boost renewables, build more electricity grids and increase flexible back-up power. Action, not ambition, will deliver the clean energy mission. #CleanPowerMission #CleanPower