Great British Energy, the state-owned energy company, unveiled a five-year plan to deliver and store 15 GW of renewable energy across the UK by the end of the decade. With its headquarters in Aberdeen, the company is at the core of a national push to cut emissions and move away from fossil fuels. The plan hinges on attracting £15 billion in private investment, leveraging both partnerships and in-house projects. The outcome? Powering 10 million households and meeting the government’s goal of sourcing 95% of electricity from clean sources by 2030. [1][2][3]
How the State-Owned Company Aims for 15 GW of Green Capacity
Great British Energy’s strategy goes beyond numbers. The company aims to support regions previously reliant on oil and gas while creating over 10,000 jobs. The plan features three key pillars: GBE Local—ensuring communities benefit directly from investments; Onshore Energy—expanding land-based sources and grid stability; Offshore Energy—leading the way in deepwater wind farms. Profits from these assets will remain in public hands, funding further projects. Dan McGrail, current CEO, emphasizes: “We are launching public ownership, investing, powering communities, and creating jobs”. [3][6][8][9]
Aberdeen at the Heart of New Energy—Communities and Industry
The roadmap also includes a £1 billion initiative, “Energy – Engineered in the UK.” Its goal is to rebuild British industry and secure a resilient supply chain for the clean energy sector. The official launch is set for the end of the month. Ed Miliband, Secretary of State for Energy, is clear: “This shows what a state energy company can achieve—abundant clean domestic power and thousands of well-paid jobs”. [1][3][4][5][6]
The government has already allocated £8.3 billion for Great British Energy’s activities during this parliamentary term. The company is expected to turn a profit before 2030 and reach financial sustainability quickly. The UK’s energy sector faces a challenge: in 2023, clean sources accounted for 60% of electricity, but by 2030, that figure must rise to 95%. Will the Aberdeen plan redefine the rules for the UK’s energy future? [4][5][7][8]