SSEN Transmission is responsible for the electricity transmission network in the north of Scotland, investing in and maintaining the high voltage 132kV, 220kV, 275kV and 400kV electricity transmission network.
Our strategic objective is to enable the transition to a low carbon economy. We do this by building the electricity transmission network infrastructure required to connect and transport renewable electricity from the north of Scotland to areas of demand, as it delivers a network for net zero emissions.
SSEN Transmission is owned 75% by SSE plc and 25% by Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan Board (Ontario Teachers’).
Vattenfall is a leading European energy company, which for more than 100 years has electrified industries, supplied energy to people’s homes and modernised people’s way of living through innovation and collaboration. We work to enable the fossil freedom that drives society forward. We are committed to building a future where everyone can choose fossil free ways to move, make and live. Our goal is net zero emissions in our entire value chain by 2040 at the latest. We employ approximately 20,000 people, have around 14 million customers and operate mainly in Sweden, Germany, the Netherlands, Denmark and the UK. Vattenfall is fully owned by the Swedish state.
Fred. Olsen Renewables, a leading renewable energy developer in Scotland, operates 258 turbines with a total capacity of 804.9MW. Our pipeline exceeds 1GW. Collaboration with communities and local businesses will be key to achieving our goals and supporting the journey to 2030.
Highland Renewables is a network of businesses collaborating to maximise the local benefits of the green revolution in the Highlands. Established in 2023, the partnership seeks to ensure that all who live, work, visit, study, and invest in the Highlands benefit from this unique moment in our region’s history.
Highland Renewables is a strategic partner of Highland CIC – a social enterprise developed by community and business leaders with a vision for the Highlands to become a world leader in sustainable development.
The marriage of tourism and renewables, a world first, enables strategic planning and investment in the community's sustainable vision as the green revolution unfolds in the Highlands.
Statkraft is Europe’s largest generator of renewable energy, with 130 years of experience in delivering clean energy. In the UK, Statkraft develops, owns, and operates renewable energy projects and supports the green energy transition by investing in local communities, infrastructure, and skills - helping deliver Scotland’s target of reaching net-zero emissions by 2045.
The Highland Council is the local authority for the Highland region of Scotland, serving one of the most geographically diverse and beautiful areas of the UK. We are committed to delivering high-quality public services, fostering sustainable communities and supporting economic growth, we work to ensure that the Highlands remains a vibrant and resilient place to live, work, invest and visit.
Our Highland Investment Plan sets out a bold and ambitious vision to boost regional development through targeted infrastructure development, digital connectivity, and support for local enterprise. This long-term strategy is designed to unlock new opportunities, attract inward investment, and ensure inclusive growth across our communities.
As part of our commitment to climate action, we are actively delivering on our Net Zero Programme, aiming to reduce carbon emissions, promote renewable energy investments, and embed sustainability into every aspect of Council operations. By working collaboratively with partners and communities, we are taking meaningful steps towards a greener, more climate-resilient Highland.
Glen Earrach Energy was founded by Balmac Forest Limited and is working with a consortium of experts, including AECOM, AFRY, WSP, and Alpiq, to deliver one of the UK’s most efficient and largest pumped storage hydro facilities on the Balmacaan Estate, near Loch Ness.
Its natural characteristics will make it one of the UK's largest and most water-efficient energy storage
facilities, supporting both UK and Scotland clean energy goals while strengthening energy security and helping reduce consumer costs.
Our project has been shaped by local input from the outset. We launched early engagement immediately after submitting the project’s scoping report in April 2024 and completed four rounds of consultation across the wider Loch Ness area, well ahead of statutory requirements. This has led to significant design improvements based on valuable community feedback.
Glen Earrach Energy has committed to delivering over £20 million annually as part of its Community Benefit Fund (CBF), on which we are currently engaging to ensure a fully community-led approach. Following
extensive engagement with local and national stakeholders, we recently launched a community consultation to seek broader views on how our CBF is structured, managed and allocated to reflect local priorities and ensure transparency and accountability.
