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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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Zero carbon homes pledge brings triple benefits
By focusing urgent action on our energy use at home we can quickly create new jobs, improve people’s lives and tackle climate change.
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Scottish Government must now get down to work on Green Jobs
Looking at what’s in the Scottish Programme for Government.
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Hunterston nuclear reactor restart isn’t worth it
End is in sight for nuclear power station but the owners EDF will cash in by running their risky reactors for another 6 months.
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Harnessing Scotland’s climate example
Scotland can use the United Nations system to push other countries to act faster on climate
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Good green jobs at Alexander Dennis under threat
Retaining, and expanding, these kinds of jobs are essential for Scotland’s economy and combating climate change.
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It’s time for Scottish Government to produce their vision for the green recovery
The Government’s response to their Advisory Group must reject its business-as-usual approach.
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More action needed on climate threat of methane
Methane is a potent climate changing gas and needs increased action to bring down emissions from agriculture, fossil fuels and waste.
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How much is your Council spending on safer streets?
We reveal the disparity in what Councils are spending on creating space for safe social distancing.
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Using coronavirus as cover for forest destruction
Governments are backing short-term economic approaches with disastrous long-term consequences for nature, climate change and local communities.