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Driving opportunities that shape our future
focus north
Driving opportunities that shape our future
Why Focus North?
The north Highlands is leading the transition to a green economy. With onshore and offshore wind, tidal, hydrogen, and emerging expertise in space, data and conservation, there is no better time to focus north.
Homes powered by offshore wind farms in our region
Potential jobs via Sutherland Space Cluster development
Private investment opportunity in Peatland Green Finance
Installed onshore wind, with 40 more farms consented
Time to Focus North
Discover our region’s expanding opportunities as we move away from historic perceptions.
Powering Europe
Caithness and Sutherland is a powerhouse of renewable energy, producing 12.5 times the amount it consumes. The north Highlands are an ideal pilot area for the Just Transition to a green economy.
Upcoming Events
Business Breakfast with Thistle Wind Partners
September 11, 2024
08.00 am – 11.00 am
Pentland Hotel, Thurso
Caithness Chamber of Commerce 50th Anniversary Annual Dinner 2024
September 12, 2024
18.30 p.m
Norseman Hotel, Wick
Recruit North Highlands
Find your dream job in the North of Scotland
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Regional projects timeline
Major investments in onshore and offshore wind, tidal and space look set to transform our economy. We have captured just some of these opportunities in our regional projects infographic.
Latest News
Net Zero Accelerator Programme
Focus North are thrilled to announce the commencement of the highly anticipated Net Zero Accelerator programme. After much anticipation and an intense selection process, we are delighted to welcome a diverse group of energetic and forward thinking SME’s and...
Funding secured for continued Wick-Aberdeen flights
Transport Scotland has confirmed that it will continue to fund the public service obligation flights connecting Wick John O'Groats Airport to Aberdeen. This follows two years of sustained passenger growth on the route and an updated business case submitted by local...
A SParc of inspiration in north Wales
Focus North is always on the lookout for learning opportunities and collaborations beyond our 'patch' so we were delighted to receive an invitation to visit M-SParc in North Wales. Our partners at Dounreay had recently made the same trip, and returned full of...
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Email: info@focusnorth.scot
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Ormlie Road, Thurso
Caithness
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