The Highland Council has given its backing to offshore plans from the West of Orkney Windfarm, part of a multi-billion pound 2GW offshore wind power plant.
The joint owners of the Inch Cape offshore wind development, ESB and Red Rock Renewables, have announced that the Inch Cape project has achieved financial close following a multi-billion deal.
The Scottish government has set its budget for the coming year, including a promise of £150 million to anchor the offshore wind supply chain in the nation.
Renewable energy developer Low Carbon has announced plans for a 138MW onshore wind farm in Scotland, and suggested it could have major benefits to the local community.