Energy Sectors

Wind Energy

Scotland is the windiest country in Europe and the Highlands and Islands have the UK's most efficient wind regimes for on and offshore wind farms.

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Solar Energy

Even on cloudy days energy comes from indirect sunlight. This can be used to produce electricity or to heat water.

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Biomass Energy

This is created by harvesting organic matter, such as wood or special energy crops, and converting it into heat, electricity or transport fuel.

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Marine Energy

The Highlands and Islands is among the best in the world for its marine energy potential, with 10% of Europe's wave and up to 25% of its tidal resources.

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Hydro Energy

Hydro power is created by capturing energy from moving water. Today, there are over 80 hydro power stations in the Highlands and Islands.

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Oil and Gas Energy

The Highlands and Islands of Scotland has played a key role in the international oil and gas industry, providing offshore deepwater expertise, which is now world-renowned.

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Geothermal Energy

The average ground temperature just below the surface in the UK is around 8-13 degrees Celsius all year round.

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Decommissioning

The Highlands and Islands is at the forefront of this multi-billion pound market, having won and run key contracts in Europe's first major oil field decommissioning project.

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