Prototyping for Offshore Wind Energy Renewables Scotland (POWERS) is a fund open to Offshore Wind turbine manufacturers from Scottish Enterprise and Highlands and Islands Enterprise.

It offers funding to support the capital and operation costs associated with the full scale production (and not individual component parts) of next generation wind turbine prototypes in Scotland.

The key principles for applicants are the extent to which they can demonstrate economic impact in Scotland as measured by GVA and jobs as a result of establishing Scottish manufacturing operations.

Offers made under the fund will seek commitment from inward investors to establish European manufacturing operations in Scotland - following prototype development. 

Applications for funding are open until 31 March 2013. 

Eligibility

This fund is specifically targeted at Offshore Wind Turbine Manufacturers. Companies who manufacture component parts are not eligible to apply.

How do I apply?

Interested turbine manufacturers are invited to submit an expression of interest form. We endeavour to reply within five days of receipt of the form for an early discussion. 

If you have any questions, please contact us on 0845 607 8787 or offshorewind@scotent.co.uk.