Scottish Government Energy Secretary welcomes second licensing round of Carbon Capture Storage

Commenting on the launch of the second Carbon Capture Storage licensing round by the North Sea Transition Authority, Energy Secretary Gillian Martin said: “The Scottish Government is fully supportive of the development of Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) as a key driver of economic growth and an enabler of decarbonisation across sectors in Scotland including heat, industry and power – and will be vital to us achieving our climate targets.

“I welcome the launch of the second carbon storage licensing round which builds on the existing licenses which have been issued off the Aberdeenshire coast and north-east of Shetland.

“The North Sea is a crucial asset in Scotland's energy transition thanks to its existing infrastructure, skilled workforce, expertise and supply chain - and provides opportunities to generate significant investment, create new jobs and transform industry in Scotland.

“I look forward to further licensing rounds and the continued development of CCS in Scotland over the coming years.”