Scottish Renewables has strengthened its senior team by appointing a new Chairman and Vice-Chairman, as well as several Directors.

David Cameron, Head of Scottish Policy at EDF Energy, has been selected as Vice-Chairman while Rob Forrest, Chief Executive of renewable energy developer GreenPower, is taking over as Chairman.

Mr Forrest replaces Patricia Hawthorn, Partner at UK law firm Shepherd and Wedderburn, who had Chaired the organisation since 2015. He was previously Scottish Renewables' first Chief Executive, from 1999 to 2004.

In addition, Mr Cameron has been Head of Scottish Policy at EDF Energy since 2010 and is currently a member of the board of SCDI and of CBI Scotland's Council.

Speaking on his new role, Mr Forrest said: "Having been involved in Scottish Renewables in some capacity since its inception in 1996 I fully understand the importance of bringing together business, government and wider civic society for the benefit of the green energy industry.


"Recent years have presented a number of significant hurdles for the sector, and there is still much to be done to ensure that renewables continue to deliver their full potential on clean energy, jobs, investment and carbon reduction across Scotland and the UK."

Mr Cameron added: "At a time of enormous change it's more important than ever that Scottish Renewables represents its members with dedication and commitment.

"I look forward to working with Rob, the wider Board and staff team as the renewable energy industry's importance to both our energy system, economy and environment continues to grow."

In addition, six new Directors have been added to the Board. They are;

• Adam Morrison, Head of Electrical, EDP Renewables

• Dave Pearson, Director, Star Renewable Energy

• Euan McVicar, Head of Transaction Structuring, Green Investment Group

• Lindsay McQuade, Chief Executive, ScottishPower Renewables

• Nicola Percival, ‎Policy & Regulations Manager, ‎Innogy Renewables UK

• Professor Andy Kerr, Executive Director, Edinburgh Centre for Carbon Innovation

Scottish Renewables Chief Executive, Claire Mack, said: "As a representative body it's important that our Board reflects all renewable energy technologies.

"I'm delighted to say that the new Board does just that, which puts us in a strong position as renewable energy continues to mature and take its place at the heart of our energy system."

(LM)