The Confederation of British Industry said the country’s net-zero sector now supports more workers than its offshore oil and gas industry. The findings point to a significant shift for a nation long associated with fossil fuel production.

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The research comes amid growing political debate over the economic impact of climate policies. The CBI argues that clean technology is helping strengthen growth rather than hinder it. Scotland is increasingly positioning itself at the forefront of the energy transition, with business leaders calling for greater investment in skills and planning reforms to help expand the sector further.