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Why climate activists are standing with Grangemouth oil workers

The company’s plans to shut the oil refinery epitomize environmental and climate injustice.  

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Nurdles: The tiny pellets polluting Scotland

The plastics industry is polluting Scotland with nurdles, harming the environment and communities. We investigate the problem

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This year’s divestment campaign highlights

Looking back at what the divestment campaign has been doing this year.

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Activists hand in petition urging the Scottish Government to reject Peterhead gas plans

Campaigners have handed in a petition to the Scottish Government urging them to reject the plans for a new gas burning power station in Peterhead.

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How people power ended the coal era

It’s September 2024 and in the countryside just outside of Nottingham, England, something momentous is taking place: the UK’s last coal power station is closing and with it ends Britain’s…

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Cynical response from First Minister raises more questions about Government handling of Peterhead gas project 

The First Minister’s response to our allegations is full of inconsistencies, weak excuses and provides no new evidence to support its claims.  

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Friends of the Earth Scotland appoint new Director

The outstanding candidate will take up the role in early September

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Waste workers are protectors of our environment, we must support them

Bin workers deserve the pay rise they are asking for. While their work is often invisible, it is crucial for our health and our environment.

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Can comedy inspire climate action?

Comedian Julie Kennedy looks at the role of art in social change as she takes her show to the Edinburgh Fringe.

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Climate-themed shows to see at Edinburgh Fringe 2024

Here are the climate-themed shows we’ll be booking tickets for at the Edinburgh Fringe.

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In the pocket of developers: how the Scottish Government breached its own rules 28 times in handling of new gas power plant application

Ministers have spoken publicly in favour of the planning application, and met developers over 60 time whilst refusing to meet objectors.

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Energy giant SSE feeling the heat from its Peterhead power station plans

SSE’s marketing as a green and progressive company has been exposed as greenwash.

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