Scottish Government waste plans fall short
Scotland urgently needs to transform the way we consume and manage resources.
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Highland Council cancels new incinerator
Environmental campaigners have praised the decision of Highland Council to abandon its plans for a new incinerator to burn household waste.
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Global Plastics Treaty collapses
Climate campaigners are urging the Scottish Government to do more to tackle plastic pollution at home as global negotiations on a new international agreement failed. Last week, 175 governments met…
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Three quarters of Scottish public concerned about climate change
People are rightly concerned about climate breakdown and our politicians are failing to respond with the positive changes needed.
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Grangemouth refinery closure is ‘litmus test’ of transition for politicians
Climate campaigners are demanding a credible transition plan to support workers and communities.
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Calls for action as Global Plastic Treaty negotiations get underway
Climate campaigners are urging the Scottish Government to do more to tackle plastic pollution as global negotiations on a new international agreement begin.
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Glasgow demands climate justice as COP29 takes place
Climate campaigners held a rally in Glasgow today (16 November) to demand climate justice, while world leaders are meeting in Azerbaijan for COP29. Protesters gathered at the Buchanan Street steps…
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SSE: fossil fuel polluter rakes in “offensive” £714mill profit
The energy group is making profits equivalent to £3.92million every day.
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‘People vs Polluters’ Stop Rosebank legal challenge
Climate campaigners are declaring their backing for a court case today (12/11/24) that challenges the previous UK Government’s approval of the controversial Rosebank oil field. The legal challenges by Greenpeace…
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