Opportunities and Support
Here we have presented a number of resources and organisations which can help you find:
- Available contract opportunities
- Opportunities for innovation
- Funding
- Business support and transformation
- Adapting your business for offshore renewables
Get in touch with us if you’d like to discuss the guidance and support you need to meet your goals.
Offshore Wind Place Based Impact Accelerator Account (PBIAA)
What is the PBIAA funding programme?
The UK Government-backed body’s UKRI Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) made a £2.5 million innovation funding award under its Place Based Impact Acceleration Account (PBIAA) scheme, to the University of Edinburgh, the University of Dundee and the Forth & Tay Offshore cluster.
It will leverage the expertise of both universities and the FTO cluster to address critical challenges in offshore wind technology, fostering innovations that will drive sustainable energy solutions and further strengthen Scotland’s position as a global leader in offshore wind.
The East coast of Scotland is viewed as the ideal location from which to run the programme, as it is currently home to the majority of Scotland’s offshore wind farms which are in various stages of development. It also boasts a rich diversity of supply chain companies, from developers to SMEs supported by world-class infrastructure, with a diverse range of ports and Forth Green Freeport – now open for business – all within the region.
More information on the programme and how to participate can be found on our About page in the main menu above.
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