Watchdog puts Scottish Government on notice regarding incineration overcapacity
Environmental groups have reacted to the publication of an investigation by Scotland’s environmental watchdog about incineration.
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SNP independence claims on energy in “stark contrast” to actions of Ministers
It is deeply worrying to see the First Minister pleading poverty on behalf of oil companies by demanding the end of the windfall tax.
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Carbon capture exposes ‘delusional’ climate gamble by Scottish Ministers
Despite its consistent failures, Ministers had hoped the technology would capture 1/3 of Scottish climate emissions by the end of the next decade
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Carbon capture sell-off “huge embarrassment” for Government
Ministers have promised £280million to the Acorn project but now main backer pulls out
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‘Landmark’ decision to end oil drilling in new fields welcomed
Ministers failed to mention Rosebank or Cambo projects and opened up some loopholes for more drilling
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‘Disgraceful decision’ from Scottish Government as another incinerator allowed to start burning waste
The Scottish Government has allowed a new incinerator to start burning waste in Scotland, despite hundreds of objections and a local campaign against the incinerator.
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“Cowardly” decision to drop warm homes plan by Scottish Government
This decision by the Scottish Government condemns people to cold homes, high bills and ill health for even longer.
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Mossmorran plant closure – politicians “afraid to stand up” to big business
Politicians are floundering around trying to respond to decisions by companies, rather than actively shaping the future of our industries.
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“Biggest climate march since COP26” as Glasgow demands a better world
People are coming out to show that a better world is possible and that there is the energy and enthusiasm to make that happen.
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