Speakers: Maitland Mackie CBE, Chairman, Mackie’s of Scotland Graeme Davidson, Partner, EQ Accountants LLP Programme:5.45pm Registration and networking6.15pm Our Energy Future, Maitland Mackie6.50pm Renewable Energy Projects - Tax & Structures, Graeme Davidson7.25pm Q&A7.45pm CloseMaitland Mackie authored ‘The Real Rationale for Renewable Energy’ booklet which highlights the key issues of renewable energy and the role that land based energy generation can to play in revolutionising rural economies, whilst helping to deliver Scotland’s renewable energy targets.During his talk, Maitland will highlight some of the main arguments and issues covered in his booklet:• The enormity of the energy crisis • The Economics of onshore wind-power and its potential contribution • and, Mackie’s experience as it has become a carbon positive businessNext you will hear from Graeme Davidson of EQ Accountants LLP who will talk us through the various tax issues that organisations need to be aware of in relation to their renewable energy projects.The key points covered are:• How does an accountant get involved? • DIY or lease? • Inheritance tax implications • Structures • Financing a project • Other tax implicationsAt the end of the presentations, there will be the opportunity to ask questions.*Please note that handouts will not be provided on the night, we will email you these 2 days before the event.