Let’s be clear: Scotland is not on track for a just transition.

For every 3 oil & gas jobs lost, only 2 green jobs have appeared - People are being left behind.

But it doesn’t have to be this way. With proper planning and investment, Scotland could create 40,000 more energy jobs than we’ll lose.

Our report with @mazzucatom.bsky.social and @iipp-ucl.bsky.social warns Scotland’s economy stands at a critical juncture.

To close the gap between ambition and delivery, it must move beyond minor tweaks, and embrace an investment-led, mission-oriented industrial strategy.

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Our recent report, Rethinking ScotWind, warned that when control over vital clean energy rests with global corporations and asset managers, Scotland risks losing out on the long-term economic benefits of renewables - from public revenue to jobs.

🎥 Watch our video summary.

EVENT: Can private finance fix the nature crisis? 🌿

Scotland’s turning to investors to fund peatland & woodland restoration, but can markets really deliver at the speed and scale needed?

🎥 Watch the short video.

ScotWind could power a fairer future, if the new government gets ownership right.

But, as our report shows, too much ownership & profit sit overseas.

With the right reforms, offshore wind can create good jobs, public revenue & community benefit in Scotland.

www.futureeconomy.scot/publications...

Today marks six months until the next Scottish election
- six months that will shape Scotland’s economy for generations.

Our briefing 'Beyond Business as Usual' sets out a bold agenda for a fairer, greener, more resilient economy.

Take a look 📄
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Scotland’s offshore wind should power a fairer future - not just profits for distant shareholders.

The wind belongs to all of us. We should all have a stake in our energy future. 🧵

It might sound strange, but if Rachel Reeves raises income tax in the UK Budget, it could mean devastating cuts to Scotland’s devolved budget.

Our co-director @lmacfarlane.bsky.social explains the risks on BBC Radio Scotland Drivetime 🔊

As the debate on the Land Reform Bill continues, one thing is clear: in its current form the Bill does not meet the scale of the challenges we face.

Here @lmacfarlane.bsky.social gives evidence at the Net Zero, Energy & Transport Committee on why it needs significant amendments.

This week we were proud to speak at Scotland’s inaugural Just Transition Summit.

Scotland's oil and gas sector is in long-term decline. Like it or not, Scotland must now prepare for a post-fossil fuel economy. 🧵

From the upcoming Holyrood election and Scotland’s industrial strategy, to nature restoration and a just transition for Scotland’s workers and communities...

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Our new interactive map, 'Who Owns ScotWind?', created with @cmmonwealth.bsky.social shows who really controls Scotland’s offshore wind, and how much of the benefit stays in Scotland.

Take a look: futureeconomy.scot/scotwind

Our new report sets out how Scotland can deliver a just transition: protecting jobs, skills and livelihoods while building a resilient green economy.

📗Read it here: futureeconomy.scot/publications...
🎥Or check out the key findings below.👇

🌿 Scotland’s peatlands pledge is falling short, but there’s a fairer way forward.🧵