The plans would also lead to retention of current rates for hydro and reductions in support for onshore wind and biomass.
Scotland Energy Minister Fergus Ewing said the government intends to keep the country’s Renewables Obligation as consistent as possible with the rest of the UK.
"The results of the Renewable Obligation review I am announcing today are vital to continued investment in renewables generation across Scotland, and will enhance still further our competitive advantage in this area," Ewing said.
"Over the last decade the Renewables Obligation has helped to almost triple renewable output in Scotland, and attract around £2.8 billion of investment since 2009, according to industry figures."
The Scottish government has considered the huge offshore wind potential in water depths far greater than elsewhere in the UK.
"That’s why I have announced our intention to consult upon and introduce a new band for innovative ways to deploy offshore wind in Scotland’s deeper and more challenging waters," Ewing said.
Commenting on hydro, Ewing said, "Scotland has a proud and world renowned heritage in hydro power generation, but future developments will be on a smaller scale and more challenging. That is why we are retaining the current level of support."
In addition, Ewing highlighted the contribution of onshore wind and announced plans to remove subsidies for new large-scale biomass power stations.
