ETZ Ltd has appointed Isla Robb, an industry leader described as an “inspiring force for change”, as its offshore renewables director.
The appointment comes as ETZ Ltd looks to secure new high value offshore wind related investment for the Energy Transition Zone and the wider region to deliver sustainable economic impact.
Isla’s energy career spans the public and private sectors, with a strong focus on offshore wind and supply chain management. As managing director of Opergy Scotland, she led numerous initiatives to support large-scale clients, SMEs, and public sector organisations, guiding them through the challenges of energy transition.
Her work in connecting local suppliers with developers through meet the buyer events and promoting diversity in the offshore wind industry were recognised last year when she won the prestigious Judges’ Award at Scottish Green Energy Awards 2024 and was described by the judging panel as an “inspiring force for change.”
Ms Robb said: “It is a huge privilege to be appointed director of offshore renewables at ETZ Ltd, an organisation that is at the vanguard of energy transition and efforts to secure a vibrant and prosperous future for Aberdeen and the North-east of Scotland. This region has all the ingredients for success, a pipeline of transformational projects on our doorstep alongside a world-class supply chain that can deliver them, and I’m relishing the opportunity draw upon my experience to ensure we unlock the investment required to maximise the vast potential afforded by offshore wind.”
Maggie McGinlay, chief executive officer at ETZ Ltd, said: “We are delighted to have Isla join the team at ETZ Ltd. She brings a wealth of experience to the role and has a proven track record of working collaboratively, across industry and government, in support of energy transition. Her deep-rooted knowledge of the challenges and opportunities faced by the offshore wind sector, particularly the supply chain, will prove invaluable as we seek to accelerate the commercialisation of this industry across the North-east of Scotland.”