Motion · S5M-22867 · 29 Sep 2020
OPITO, Renewable Energy Sector
The motion
That the Parliament welcomes OPITO’s first steps into the renewable energy sector; understands that this includes a focus on products to develop a flexible workforce equipped to support an integrated, low-carbon energy system; notes that OPITO will initially concentrate on the offshore wind sector, which is anticipated to create 27,000 highly-skilled roles in the UK by 2030, with its products designed to assist learners attain skills across various aspects of the sector, including scoping and development, construction, operations and maintenance activities; recognises that the Basic Offshore Safety Induction and Emergency Training for Renewable Energy standard will be particularly effective for people seeking to enter or transition into the renewable energy industry, with refresher courses available for people already in the offshore wind sector; notes that beginners will be able to work towards two SCQF-accredited training qualifications, an introduction to mechanical and electrical engineering and renewable energy foundation training, which can be used by employers that wish to develop their workforce; understands that these products will help address climate change, energy security and affordability of supply, alongside the development of a multi-skilled energy workforce, and passes on its congratulations and best wishes to OPITO.
Supporters (16)
- Kenneth Gibson No Party Affiliation 29 Sep 2020
- Emma Harper 29 Sep 2020
- Bill Kidd 29 Sep 2020
- Richard Lyle 29 Sep 2020
- Liam McArthur Scottish Liberal Democrats 29 Sep 2020
- Mark McDonald 29 Sep 2020
- Stuart McMillan Scottish National Party 29 Sep 2020
- David Torrance Scottish National Party 29 Sep 2020
- Sandra White 29 Sep 2020
- Clare Adamson Scottish National Party 30 Sep 2020
- Liam Kerr Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party 30 Sep 2020
- Stewart Stevenson 30 Sep 2020
- Fulton MacGregor Scottish National Party 1 Oct 2020
- Gil Paterson 5 Oct 2020
- Ruth Maguire 12 Oct 2020
- Gillian Martin Scottish National Party 20 Oct 2020
Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.