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Mr Lindhurst asks if everyone had an electric vehicle overnight, could the network cope?
Mr Mathieson outlines there would be some things that would need to change.
If everyone had an electric vehicle the distribution system would definitely struggle, he adds, but he points out there would also be benefits.
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Scott Mathieson from Scottish Power
Scott Mathieson from Scottish Power says it is his company's responsibility to ensure the transport network is prepared for electric vehicles.
"However we cannot do it alone."
He highlights Scottish Power is a regulated monopoly and he insists Ofgem "must come with us" in terms of reaching goals.
By 2032 we could see as many as a million EVs on the roads of Scotland, he explains, but if all these were all smart charging this would more than double the demand for energy in winter.
Changes are needed now in the regulatory framework, he adds.
Image source, RSEThe committee is carrying out a three-part energy inquiry, linking an overview of RSE’s Scotland’s Future Energy Report, external with consideration of electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure, and locally owned energy.
Image source, bbcCommittee convener Gordon Lindhurst gets the energy inquiry evidence session underway by welcoming:
The Economy, Energy and Fair Work Committee, external will begin shortly, continuing its energy inquiry.
MSPs will begin by quizzing:
Image source, bbcThe committee will then move on to consider protected trust deeds and take evidence from:
Image source, bbcMSPs will hear an update on the QEUH after topical questions
Welcome to BBC Scotland's Holyrood Live coverage of the Scottish Parliament on Tuesday 28 January 2020.
10am: The Economy, Energy and Fair Work Committee takes evidence on electric vehicles as part of its energy inquiry
2.05pm: Topical questions: The first question will call for details of the Scottish government preparations in response to the coronavirus outbreak in China.
The second question asks about the first minister's Scottish visa proposal.
2.20-2.50 pm: Ministerial Statement: Queen Elizabeth University Hospital Oversight Board Update
Image source, Getty ImagesSoviet troops liberated Auschwitz in January 1945
2.50-5pm:Scottish Government Debate: Holocaust Memorial Day 2020 – 75th Anniversary
5pm:Members’ Business: Sandra White – Alasdair Gray, a Creative Force