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The SNP manifesto’s climate and nature policies – the verdict
Does the SNP have good green policies? We’ve analysed their 2024 manifesto to find out if they deserve yo
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Scotland’s new circular economy law
MSPs have voted to approve Scotland’s new circular economy law! Parliament has taken over a year to scrutinise and review the new law, and the final debate took place yesterday…
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Dozens of organisations demand Scottish Ministers reject polluting Peterhead gas plans
Pressure is growing on the Scottish Government to reject plans that would lock in climate pollution and high energy bills.
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Low Emission Zone could bring clean air to Aberdeen – but it needs your help
Take 5 minutes to have your say on Aberdeen’s plans for a Low Emission Zone that aims to tackle air pollution in the city.
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What makes you an activist?
Norman and Steph talk about why they got involved in campaigning in their communities.
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What made you want to get involved in activism?
We talk to experienced activists about their work and how People Power Network can help others get involved in their own communities
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The climate blame game ignores the fact wealthy countries are slow to act
Less wealthy countries are often climate scapegoats but analysis shows their ambition is greater than rich nations.
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One year on from Scotland’s new climate law – what action have we seen?
What progress have we seen in the year since people power forced politicians to increase their climate commitments?
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Why we can’t recycle our way out of the climate crisis
We must keep pushing for systemic changes to tackle the problem of plastic at its source.
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The Climate Strikers return to demand a Green Recovery
One year on from the historic Global Climate Strike, young people are pushing for a Green Recovery that delivers the necessary climate action.
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Coronavirus proved our waste and recycling workers are key, now let’s protect them properly
Recycle Week is recognising the sacrifices that key workers and citizens have made to keep recycling going.
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Mind who you work with – Aberdeen Council forms climate partnership with BP
BP’s is still looking for more fossil fuels – why is Aberdeen Council asking it for advice on cutting climate emissions?