Meeting a 15% energy target for renewables by 2020 will deliver deep cuts in our carbon emissions and put us on a clear path to hitting our overall 2050 targets. It will also be a giant step forward in enabling key technologies, like offshore wind and marine energy, to reach commercial maturity. The UK is in a strong position to accelerate the development of such renewables as we benefit from Europe’s largest wind, wave and tidal resources, as well as being home to extensive engineering expertise, particularly offshore. As well as significantly reducing carbon emissions, delivering on the 15% target will also provide increased energy security, replace decommissioning conventional generation, and offer major economic development opportunities for UK-based companies.
Dr Mark Williamson
Director of Innovations
Carbon Trust
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