SUBSIDIES for offshore wind technology could be increased as part of a plan to encourage investment.
Energy Minister Fergus Ewing hopes a new targeted incentive could open up the exploitation of deeper, more challenging waters off the coast of Scotland.
The proposal, which will be open to consultation, is part of changes to Scotland's Renewables Obligation, the main support mechanism for UK renewable electricity projects.
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