Purpose

This knowledge builder provides background information on the policy initiative in Scotland to develop renewable energy and its associated technologies. It seeks to put in context the growing public concern for developing alternative energy supplies from renewable resources.

Benefits

The module will be of use particularly to students of environmental science, town planning, environmental campaigners, public policy makers and decision takers, professionals in the field of energy supply, as well as developers and their agents promoting large scale more energy-efficient development schemes.

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Audience

Urban and regional planners and all those wishing to build and assess their knowledge of the topic.

Learning method

A thorough review of aspects of climate change, its importance to the environment and the local economy, and its relevance to planners. Additionally a comprehensive range of further reading is provided for those who wish to become expert in the subject. Includes voluntary self assessment for recording continuous professional development (CPD).

Time to Complete

2 hours

Length

7 pages

Participants

1

Price

£10 Pounds Sterling
(inc. VAT)