Offshore Electricity Transmission Network
EDM number 614 in 2009-10, proposed by Mike Weir on 14/01/2010.
Categorised under the topic of Renewable energy.
That this House welcomes the progression of plans to build an offshore electricity transmission network linking Scotland, Northern Ireland and Ireland; recognises that this grid will maximise the use of renewable energy from wind and wave power in Scotland; notes that harnessing Scotland's green wind and marine energy potential has the potential to create thousands of green jobs across the country; further recognises that Scotland is taking a global lead on the fight against climate change and is working hard with our partners across Europe, and the world, to develop green economic opportunities for Scotland and a sustainable future for our planet.
This motion has been signed by a total of 26 MPs.
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