29 June 2026
Renewable energy funding supports Scotland’s offshore wind skills pipeline
The Scottish Government has announced almost £1.7m to support training and skills development for Scotland’s offshore wind sector. The funding will support three projects focused on building the workforce needed for the sector’s continued growth. This includes a regional skills hub for the Highlands and Islands, expanded engineering construction programmes, and new training courses at North East Scotland College. The awards are also expected to attract a similar level of private investment.
The investment forms part of the Offshore Wind Skills Programme, which was established in 2026 and allocated £3.85m to support workforce development across the sector. The Scottish Government has highlighted offshore wind as a major economic opportunity, with industry reports estimating that it could support up to 49,000 jobs in Scotland.
The Scottish-Irish Offshore Wind Internship Pilot will also fund 20 paid 12-week summer internships, with 10 places for Scottish students and 10 for Irish students, all hosted in Scotland. This provides a practical example of how work-based learning can help young people gain experience, build confidence and connect their studies with future career opportunities.
The funding highlights the growing connection between Scotland’s renewable energy ambitions, skills development and future employment opportunities. Supporting people to access the right training, advice and experience will be central to ensuring communities benefit from the transition to a greener economy.
Read more about Scotland’s investment in offshore wind skills.
The investment forms part of the Offshore Wind Skills Programme, which was established in 2026 and allocated £3.85m to support workforce development across the sector. The Scottish Government has highlighted offshore wind as a major economic opportunity, with industry reports estimating that it could support up to 49,000 jobs in Scotland.
The Scottish-Irish Offshore Wind Internship Pilot will also fund 20 paid 12-week summer internships, with 10 places for Scottish students and 10 for Irish students, all hosted in Scotland. This provides a practical example of how work-based learning can help young people gain experience, build confidence and connect their studies with future career opportunities.
The funding highlights the growing connection between Scotland’s renewable energy ambitions, skills development and future employment opportunities. Supporting people to access the right training, advice and experience will be central to ensuring communities benefit from the transition to a greener economy.
Read more about Scotland’s investment in offshore wind skills.
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