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Scotland is going greener faster than anyone else. If you're looking for sustainable investment and commercial real estate opportunities that deliver strong returns, there's never been a better time to invest in Scotland's Green Investment Portfolio. Benefit from low business rates, straight-forward planning and dedicated investor support.
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Aberdeen Hydrogen - investment secured
Transformative hydrogen infrastructure development programme to turn Aberdeen city green.
AMIDS - investment secured
The Advanced Manufacturing Innovation District Scotland (AMIDS) is the perfect location for advanced and high-value manufacturers.
Avondale - Energy recovery from waste
Avondale/NPL have secured full planning consent for the development of an energy-from-waste facility on land adjacent to an existing landfill site in Falkirk.
Clyde Gateway
Scotland's first Green Regeneration Innovation District, located in the heart of the Glasgow city region, offers development opportunities with genuine net zero ambitions.
Hunterston Marine Yard
A shovel-ready opportunity to invest in the recommissioning of one of Europe’s largest dry docks.
ILI Energy Storage
ILI Energy Storage is selling a portfolio of 15 battery storage development projects at various locations across Scotland.
Jackson Distillers
Jackson Distillers Limited will open a new, sustainable grain distillery in the Scottish Borders. This facility will offer an independent supply for grain whisky producers. It'll also absorb 3000 tonnes of carbon per year.
Michelin Scotland Innovation Parc
Joint venture greenfield development with Michelin in Dundee, specialising in electric vehicles (EV).
MIRP
MIRP, Mossend International Railfreight Park, is a game-changer for Scotland’s railfreight infrastructure and environmental ambitions.
Orbital Marine Power
Investment of £25 million sought to grow innovative tidal energy technology business based in Edinburgh and Orkney.
Storegga
Established in 2019, Storegga is an independent leader in the development of carbon reduction and removal technologies.
Thainstone Energy Park
£320 million investment sought for low carbon renewable energy park, power plant build and district heating network in NE Scotland.
XLCC
XLCC is seeking investment in both a well advanced factory design as well as a world-leading cable laying vessel (CLV) design to be finished by 2027.
Edinburgh BioQuarter
£300 million sought for groundbreaking site - one of the largest life sciences and medical research clusters in Europe.
Arrol Gibb Innovation Centre (AGIC)
AGIC is Scotland's new large-scale advanced manufacturing facility located in the Firth of Forth. Once complete, it will offer manufacturers access to powerful industrial and academic capabilities as well as skill sharing opportunities.
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Dundee Waterfront
£1 billion transformation of Dundee Waterfront, in one of the world's most vibrant cities.
Magenta, Clyde Gateway
Scotland's first green business park, offering city centre spec space at a third of the cost.
Scotland's greener future
Government, industry and business are collaborating to build a green future together.
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Green powerhouse
Scotland is globally recognised as the powerhouse of Europe for renewable energy and low carbon projects.
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Net zero target
Our net zero carbon emissions target is one of the toughest in the world. Scotland leads the way on moving to a net zero economy.
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Leader in sustainability
Glasgow is named one of Europe’s top green cities for property in 2021 Knight Frank report.
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An ecosystem built for success
£3.7 billion Green Investment Portfolio
By 2045, Scotland will become a net zero emitter of greenhouse gases, the most ambitious timeline of any country in the world.
Scotland is inviting investment into our new Green Investment Portfolio. The portfolio currently features over £3.7 billion of investment opportunities of projects for development across low carbon energy, power and fuel, low carbon transport logistics and distribution, eco-friendly business space, circular economy and recycling, innovation and technology
Combine that with reliable and progressive regulation and policy. Local investment partners and clear planning. There's never been a better time to do business in Scotland.
Alignment to the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals
The Green Investment Portfolio support the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals. The projects in the portfolio support the goals below:
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Company investment opportunities
Looking for fast-growing ambitious technology companies to invest in? Scotland's clean tech and low carbon technologies are helping shape a greener future for all.
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Disclaimer
Whereas every effort has been made to ensure that the information in these pages is accurate, Scottish Enterprise and Scottish Development International does not accept any liability for errors, omissions or misleading statements. And no warranty is given, or responsibility accepted as to the standing of any individual, firm, company or other organisation mentioned. Investors will need to undertake their own due diligence in conjunction with individual project promoters/sponsors in relation to the detailed project investment opportunities presented.