Scottish Renewables unveils change of chief executive

Industry body Scottish Renewables has unveiled Angela Hepworth as its new chief executive.

She will step into the top post following an “extensive search process”, and brings more than two decades of experience in civil service and industry roles.

Hepworth joins the organisation from power giant Drax, where she has been corporate affairs director and commercial director, leading work on low-carbon projects. Previously, she served as policy and regulation director at EDF UK, leading development work of Sizewell C.

Angela Hepworth has been appointed as the new chief executive of Scottish Renewables.

Hepworth will join Scottish Renewables on July 20 and will officially assume the role of chief executive on July 31, when Claire Mack steps down after serving as chief executive since 2017.

Susie Lind, Scottish Renewables’ chairperson, said: “As we work to deliver a sustainable, secure and affordable energy future for Scotland, Angela’s expertise will be invaluable in representing our members and driving the policy changes necessary to unlock further investment and innovation.”

She added: “Claire has worked tirelessly over the past nine years to champion for the sector in Scotland. Under her leadership, Scottish Renewables has grown in impact and influence. We are very grateful for the commitment she has shown to the organisation and the sector, and wish her well as she takes on an exciting new position at SSEN Transmission.”

Hepworth said: “I am honoured to be joining Scottish Renewables at such a transformative time for the energy sector. Scotland has already made remarkable progress in its renewable energy journey, but there is much more to be done to fully realise our potential.”