As an amendment to motion S4M-12395 in the name of Murdo Fraser (An Energy Strategy for Scotland), leave out from first “notes” to end and insert "supports an energy strategy for Scotland based on a step-change in energy efficiency, a focus on demand reduction, increased storage capacity, development of a North Sea transmission grid and a rapid transition to low-carbon power production with an emphasis on local and community ownership; notes research such as the World Wildlife Fund's Pathways to Power, which demonstrates that an almost fully renewables-based electricity generation system is technically feasible and achievable in 2030; recognises that Longannet’s age, EU emissions rules and carbon pricing mean that the closure of the plant is inevitable, and believes that this closure, coupled with recent oil price volatility, demonstrates the need to focus on a just transition for workers and communities from fossil fuels to a secure low-carbon energy system.”
Result 5 for, 79 against, 30 abstained, 13 did not vote Disagreed
Scottish National Party
Scottish Labour
Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party
Scottish Liberal Democrats
Independent
Scottish Green Party
Submitted by: Murdo Fraser, Mid Scotland and Fife, Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party, Date lodged: Monday, February 23, 2015
Current status: Taken in the Chamber on Wednesday, February 25, 2015
Result 61 for, 53 against, 0 abstained, 13 did not vote Agreed
Submitted by: Fergus Ewing, Inverness and Nairn, Scottish National Party, Date lodged: Tuesday, February 24, 2015
Supported by: John Swinney
Current status: Taken in the Chamber on Wednesday, February 25, 2015
Result 61 for, 53 against, 0 abstained, 13 did not vote Agreed
Submitted by: Lewis Macdonald, North East Scotland, Scottish Labour, Date lodged: Tuesday, February 24, 2015
Current status: Taken in the Chamber on Wednesday, February 25, 2015