The Scottish Liberal Democrats, as announced by deputy leader Wendy Chamberlain during a visit to a green hydrogen start-up in Leith, Edinburgh, are committed to prioritizing climate change action and green technologies in a new industrial strategy. Chamberlain emphasized that while other parties are stepping back from their climate commitments, the Liberal Democrats will capitalize on the economic advantages of achieving net zero emissions. The party plans to promote science, research, and innovation, particularly among small businesses and start-ups focused on zero-carbon technologies, with a goal of investing at least 3% of GDP in research and development by 2030. Additionally, they aim to invest in energy storage technologies like green hydrogen, pumped storage, and batteries to drive an economic recovery and create environmentally friendly jobs across Scotland. Chamberlain highlighted the importance of supporting businesses and entrepreneurs to pioneer in clean energy sectors and ensure the UK remains at the forefront of green innovation. Furthermore, the Liberal Democrats intend to continue participation in Horizon Europe and join the European Innovation Council, both of which spotlight hydrogen as a pivotal technology for the future.