​The UK and Scottish governments have struck a major deal to inject billions of pounds into Scotland's clean energy sector and facilitate the shift of oil and gas workers into renewable energy roles. The partnership, which was announced during Energy Secretary Ed Miliband's visit to Aberdeen, aims to strengthen supply chains and accelerate the green energy transition across the country.

As part of the agreement, Great British Energy will collaborate with some public bodies, including the Scottish National Investment Bank and Crown Estate Scotland, to drive investment into renewable energy projects. The goal is to support Scotland's ambitious energy targets while ensuring that resources are used efficiently and effectively. The new partnership is designed to avoid duplication of efforts and maximise value for money in Scottish projects.

Great British Energy, with £8.3 billion of funding at its disposal, is set to develop key projects that could create thousands of jobs in Scotland's renewable energy sector. This initiative is part of a wider UK government strategy to build stronger ties between the UK and Scotland in the clean energy field.

To ease the transition for oil and gas workers into the renewable energy sector, the government is accelerating the development of a "skills passport." This initiative will align qualifications and safety standards between the industries, making it easier for workers to transfer their skills to new roles in offshore wind and other clean energy fields.

The partnership is seen as a significant step towards Scotland's goal of leading in the global renewable energy market, with Aberdeen at the forefront of floating offshore wind technology. The collaboration is also expected to play a key role in the UK's broader effort to transition to a low carbon economy.