Issue - meetings

Agenda Item 8:

Sandy MacTaggart, Executive Director of Development and Infrastructure, provided a power point presentation on Tiree Array proposals, showing options being looked at, the vision being “Argyll and Bute will be at the heart of renewable energy development in Scotland by taking full advantage of its unique and significant mix of indigenous renewable resources and maximising the opportunities for sustainable economic growth for the benefit of its communities and Scotland.” Mr MacTaggart spoke on the key facts; the potential for significant investment in Scotland; the possible job opportunities for Argyll over the 25 – 50 years of operation / maintenance; and on the key issues raised at the consultation events.  Mr MacTaggart also outlined the project timeline and future steps to be taken including the development of a Community Renewable Opportunity Plan (CROP)