Climate change
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Climate change monitoring report 2023
The second annual statutory monitoring report against the updated 2018 Climate Change Plan, as per the Climate Change (Emissions Reduction Targets) (Scotland) Act 2019.
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Climate change adaptation programme: progress report 2023
Fourth annual progress report on "Climate Ready Scotland: Scotland’s Climate Change Adaptation Programme 2019 to 2024".
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Heat networks: Building Assessment Report (BAR) guidance
Statutory guidance on building assessment reports to support the owners of non-domestic buildings to discharge their duty in relation to assessing their building’s potential to connect to a heat network. They should be read alongside the HNZ and Building Assessment Reports (Scotland) Regulations 2023.
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Heat Network Zone (HNZ) guidance
Statutory guidance to support local authorities to discharge their duties in relation to review, and possible designation, of Heat Network Zones. The guidance should be read alongside the Heat Network Zones and Building Assessment Reports (Scotland) Regulations 2023.
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Nitrogen use efficiency in Scotland: annual report 2023
First annual report under section 5(1)(c) of the Climate Change (Nitrogen Balance Sheet) (Scotland) Regulations 2022, and complements the latest published version of the Nitrogen Balance Sheet for the year 2020.
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Scottish Nitrogen Balance Sheet 2020
The Scottish Nitrogen Balance Sheet brings together evidence on flows of nitrogen in Scotland from across the whole economy to understand and keep track of the use of nitrogen.
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Developing essential fish habitat maps: report
The project helped define areas of the sea essential to fish for spawning, breeding, feeding, or growth to maturity. Twenty-nine species and multiple life-stages were reviewed covering marine fish and shellfish of commercial and ecological importance, relevant to offshore wind development areas.
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New National Parks - appraisal framework: consultation
We produced an appraisal framework to support the assessment of nominations for new National Park designations in Scotland. This consultation is seeking your views and comments on this and the selection criteria for new National Parks.
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New National Parks - nomination process and draft appraisal framework: consultation
We produced an appraisal framework to support the assessment of nominations for new National Park designations. This consultation is seeking your views and comments on this and the selection criteria for new National Parks in Scotland.
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Investing in green hydrogen
Funding to support just energy transition.
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Research helping to cut emissions and create jobs
Rural research worth millions to Scotland.
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Public procurement strategy: 2023 to 2028
The first Public Procurement Strategy for Scotland provides a future high-level vision and roadmap for Scottish public procurement which all public sector bodies can align to and deliver against.
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Local living and 20 minute neighbourhoods - planning guidance: consultation
We are seeking views on this draft guidance on local living and 20 minute neighbourhoods to support the implementation of National Planning Framework 4 (NPF4).
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Mobilising private investment in natural capital: report
This report looks at how to encourage responsible private investment into peatland restoration, including how to overcome barriers to scaling voluntary carbon markets to restore peatland in Scotland.
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Local living and 20 minute neighbourhoods - draft guidance consultation: impact assessment report update
The impact assessment report update relates to the consultation on our draft guidance on local living and 20 minute neighbourhoods, produced to support the fourth National Planning Framework (NPF4).
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Scottish Household Survey 2021 - telephone survey: key findings
A summary of the key findings from the Scottish Household Survey 2021 telephone survey.
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Changes to deposit return scheme
Small businesses to benefit.
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Donating medical equipment: report
This report by the Chief Medical Officer reviews the standards required for medical equipment donations to low- and middle-income countries. It includes a 10 step guide to the donation journey and links to key guidance.
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Equality, opportunity, community: New leadership - A fresh start
This publication sets out the First Minister’s vision for Scotland and the outcomes he and his government aim to achieve by 2026.
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Floating solar panels ready in first for Scotland
Array tested before deployment this year.
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Financing a just transition
New support to increase investment across the North East.
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Climate Change Act – Section 72: thirteenth annual report
Information and conclusions fulfilling our annual reporting requirements on the operation of Section 3F of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997 (introduced by Section 72 of the Climate Change (Scotland) Act 2009).
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National Islands Plan Annual Report 2022
The Islands (Scotland) Act 2018 requires that a report is presented to Parliament each year setting out the progress made towards delivery of the National Islands Plan. This report sets out progress made during the 2022 reporting year.
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Environment Strategy for Scotland: second progress report
The second annual report to Parliament on progress in developing the Environment Strategy for Scotland, as required under the UK Withdrawal from the European Union (Continuity) (Scotland) Act 2021.
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National Events Strategy Review: Easy Read version
Easy Read version of consultation to help shape the review of Scotland's National Events Strategy.
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National events strategy review: consultation - Gaelic version
Gaelic version of consultation to help shape the review of Scotland's national events strategy.
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National events strategy review: consultation
Scotland's National events strategy is being reviewed and updated. This will extend its term to the end of 2035. This survey provides everyone with a role in Scotland’s world-class event industry the chance to shape the sector’s updated strategy.
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National events strategy review: business and regulatory impact assessment - partial
Partial business and regulatory impact assessment (BRIA) for the consultation to help shape the review of Scotland's national events strategy.
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Scotland's Carbon Footprint 1998 – 2019
Estimates of Scotland's greenhouse gas emissions on a consumption basis for the period 1998 to 2019.
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Scotland’s Carbon Footprint: 1998-2019
An Official Statistics Publication for Scotland.
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Climate loss and damage: practical action
The report is a synthesis of different views and analyses of practical action for addressing climate loss and damage. It considers mobilising and innovative finance, assessing needs and delivering actions.
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Funding local climate action
Climate Action Hubs will put communities at the heart of net zero.
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Onshore conventional oil and gas - call for evidence: analysis of responses
Independent analysis of responses to the 2022 call for evidence on onshore conventional oil and gas development in Scotland.
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National parks - challenge exercise: summary analysis
Summary analysis of contributions made to the 'Future for National Parks in Scotland' challenge exercise, May to June 2022, on our public dialogue platform www.ideas.gov.scot.
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Energy system and Just Transition: independent analysis
Publication of the outputs from a programme of work to better understand our energy requirements as we transition to net zero.
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Making the NHS more environmentally friendly
Anaesthetic gas removed from theatres.
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Drinks producers urged to register for deposit return scheme
First Minister calls on businesses to sign up.
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Scotland's Blue Economy: current status review
Describes our starting position in the transition to adopting a Blue Economy approach to marine sectors, communities, and the environment. It provides us with the foundation to consider how we can track our progress and determine if significant and lasting change is occurring.
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Scottish Budget Bill passed
Further support for councils, culture sector and island ferries.
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A social contract with Scotland
Final stage of 2023-24 Budget Bill.
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Ending the sale of peat in Scotland
Phasing out use of peat to protect the environment.
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Ending the sale of peat: consultation
We are consulting on ending the sale of peat in Scotland. Responses to this consultation will inform plans and timescales for moving away from using peat products in order to protect peatlands from further damage. Their protection and restoration form important components of our Climate Change Plan.
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Funding to help nature projects grow
Supporting and scaling up responsible investment in nature.
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Reducing emissions from agriculture – the role of new farm technologies
This research identified and evaluated technologies which could offer carbon savings in Scottish agriculture which are not currently in use but could be brought to market within 20 years. A shortlist of technologies were explored in greater detail to identify candidates for accelerated development.
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Reducing emissions from waste
Keeping plastic out of incinerators will help meet climate targets.
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Decarbonisation of residual waste infrastructure: report
Second report and supporting documents from the Independent Review of the Role of Incineration in the Waste Hierarchy in Scotland (Stop, Sort, Burn, Bury?), on decarbonisation of residual waste infrastructure in Scotland.
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Investing in recycling
£21m to modernise collections in Glasgow.
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Carbon Neutral Islands: project progress report
We announced the commitment to support at least three islands to become fully carbon neutral by 2040 in the Programme for Government 2021-2022. This was raised further at COP 26 and the project now aims to support six islands become carbon neutral.
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Green Freeports
Winning bids announced.
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Delivering a fair and secure zero carbon energy system
Strategy to deliver a just transition for the energy sector published.
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Draft Energy Strategy and Just Transition Plan
We are consulting on this draft route map of actions we will take to deliver a flourishing net zero energy system that supplies affordable, resilient and clean energy to Scotland’s workers, households, communities and businesses.
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Clean energy transition to be accelerated
Energy strategy to shape next 25 years of energy production.
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Supporting a renewables revolution
Commitment to develop onshore wind generation confirmed.
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Hydrogen action plan
Actions that will be taken over the next five years to support the development of a hydrogen economy to further our efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from Scotland 's energy system while ensuring a just transition.
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A nature positive Scotland
Scotland’s strategy to tackle the nature emergency.
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Highly Protected Marine Areas: policy framework
Sets out our proposed definition and aims of Highly Protected Marine Areas (HPMAs) and what this could mean for different activities taking place in Scottish waters. Also describes how we will account for socio-economic factors alongside ecological considerations and proposed new legal powers.
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Enhanced support to make homes warmer and greener
New offer to make climate-friendly energy improvements simpler.
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Attracting Investment for a net zero future
Developing policy with green investors in mind.
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Wellbeing economy toolkit for local authorities
Roadmap to fair, green prosperity for communities and regions.
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Strengthening the role of women in climate action
Funding to ensure women from Global South have say on climate.
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Scotland leads global action for nature.
Environment Minister welcomes international support for Edinburgh Declaration.
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Scotland to push energy, nature and justice at COP27
Energy security relies on shifting from fossil fuels, says Environment Minister.
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Building a green heat industry
£17.6 million to support climate-friendly heating transformation.
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Planning for net zero
A plan for future developments will help combat climate change.
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Funding pledge for loss and damage
FM confirms another £5 million at COP27 and urges countries to follow suit.
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COP27 begins
First Minister calls on leaders to build on Glasgow promise.
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Young people to have their say at COP27
Youth Negotiator Programme will help give global youth a voice at climate talks
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Storm Arwen review
New processes in place one year on.
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Accelerating green heat delivery
Next steps taken to help transformation.
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Accelerating action to tackle nature and climate crises
More funding to support biodiversity projects.
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Supporting a green energy revolution
Just Transition Fund awards announced.
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School pupils lead the journey to net zero
First Minister addresses Climate Action Week National School Assembly.
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Agri sector leads the way in sustainability with audit demand
Specialist advice available for farming sector.
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Transforming heating in homes
Zero direct emission plans for all new buildings.
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Investing in net zero energy
£10 million to accelerate hydrogen technology.
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Transformative change to protect Scotland’s nature
Ambitious proposals to halt biodiversity loss.
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Putting limits on incineration capacity
Response to independent review published.
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Building a net zero future
New measures to slash carbon emissions from housing stock.
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Tackling the unavoidable effects of climate change
Scotland keeps up momentum to address loss and damage.
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Financing the just transition to net zero
Tackling climate crisis prioritised in future spending plans.
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Single use plastics ban
Scotland becomes first UK nation to ban problematic plastics.
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Consultations on Circular Economy launched
New measures will help cut waste and preserve precious resources.
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Supporting Scotland’s Just Transition
Just Transition Fund to open on 31 May.
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Scottish Government at COP26: What was achieved?
This report provides an account of the activities delivered through the Scottish Government’s COP26 programme and how that activity supported the Scottish Government’s main climate related policy aims.
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Carbon Neutral Islands named
Six islands to become carbon neutral by 2040.
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Public bodies’ emissions reduce
£100 million to cut carbon footprint further.
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Renewed focus needed on climate emergency
Energy security drive must align with climate goals
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Transforming derelict land
Grants awarded from £50 million fund.
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Incineration review published
Independent report recommends limit on future incineration capacity.
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Climate change affecting Scotland’s lochs and reservoirs
New research shows water is warming rapidly.
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Scottish Natural Capital Accounts 2022
This report estimates quantity and value of services supplied by Scotland's natural capital.
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Supporting unions with just transition
Funding will support worker engagement.
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£5 million to develop carbon dioxide utilisation technology
CO2 Utilisation Challenge Fund launched.
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Scottish Government procurement strategy: April 2022 to March 2024
Scottish Government procurement strategy covering the period from April 2022 to March 2024.
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Action on packaging
Producers will pay for the environmental costs of packaging.
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Green Freeports prospectus published
Applicants must meet fair work and net zero ambitions.
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Scotland's Carbon Footprint 1998-2018
Estimates of Scotland's greenhouse gas emissions on a consumption basis for the period 1999 to 2018.
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Scotland’s Carbon Footprint: 1998-2018
An Official Statistics Publication for Scotland
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Upskilling to address climate change
Fund opens to applications.
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£300m boost for climate friendly heating
Transforming Scotland’s heating systems.
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Scottish Household Survey – 2020 telephone survey
Experimental Statistics: Data being developed.
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Funding for sustainable islands
Additional funding allocated to local island projects.
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Slashing carbon emissions across Scotland
£8.7 million for green infrastructure projects.
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Scottish Cluster support
Investment in carbon capture project announced.
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Wild Salmon Strategy Launch
Move to bring salmon population back from crisis point.
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Promoting low carbon farming and protecting the environment
Agri-Environment Climate Change Scheme awards.
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Sharing knowledge and innovation to tackle climate change
Projects awarded funding in most recent round of Knowledge Transfer and Innovation Fund.
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Big ambitions for Wee Forests
Connecting people and nature.
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Citizens steer net zero journey
Response to Climate Assembly recommendations published.
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Ensuring a fair journey to net zero
Experts appointed to support Just Transition mission.
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Scotland’s deposit return scheme
Recycling scheme will go live in 2023.
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Creating a cleaner Scotland
Views sought on new litter and fly-tipping strategy.
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Supporting a greener Scotland
Record funding to deliver a just transition to net zero.
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Committing to a greener, fairer future
New measures announced for a just transition to Net Zero.
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Showcasing agricultural climate action
Peer to peer network to launch.
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Towards a circular economy
Taking action to reduce waste and its impact.
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First Minister comments on Glasgow Climate Pact
COP26 summit concludes.
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Reducing agricultural emissions
Improved controls on the storage and application of slurry and digestate.
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Network of sharing libraries and repair cafes
Funding to deliver key recommendation of Scotland’s Climate Assembly.
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Supporting women in climate action and conflict resolution
Funding for new fellowship programme.
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Action on single-use plastic
Scotland first UK nation to pursue ban on some of the most problematic products.
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Protecting the rights of young people
Scotland signs up to UNICEF declaration on children, youth and climate action.
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Blue Carbon International Policy Challenge
International collaborations to support our seas and oceans.
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Scotland to boost climate funding
First Minister calls on leaders to step up and secure successful outcome.
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Planning to reach net zero
Creating more town centre homes and local services to help fight climate change.
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Response to COP26 draft agreement
First Minister urges leaders to go further.
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Celebrating Gender Day at COP26
Pledge on climate change and inequalities.
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Climate justice essential at COP26
First Minister says Global South voices must be heard.
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Empowering communities on climate action
Towns chosen to help drive just transition to net zero.
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First Minister rallies delegates to climate challenge
Under2 Coalition members to sign Net Zero pledge.
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Expanded funding to restore and protect nature
£55 million for nature restoration and biodiversity projects.
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First Minister meets global environmental experts at COP26
New report advises Scottish Government on environment priorities.
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Free bus travel for under 22s
61% of young people say public transport central to combatting climate emergency.
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California signs Scotland’s world-leading nature declaration
Governments and cities encouraged to take action for nature at COP26.
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First Minister meets young activists during COP26
'Voice of young people must be heard', says FM.
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First Minister: Scotland to show leadership on Climate Justice
Investment to tackle “loss and damage” from climate change.
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Ramping up renewables generation
Plans to increase onshore wind capacity published ahead of COP26.
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Creating a fairer, greener nation
Rural funding scheme extended.
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Unlimited recovery of hydrocarbons not sustainable
Work to be undertaken to support a just transition for Scotland’s energy sector.
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Glasgow must bridge climate divide
First Minister to set out ambition for COP26.
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Scotland to push for success at COP26
Ministers to drive global climate action with distinctive Scottish programme.
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Letters sent to legal sector ahead of COP26
Contact underlines close engagement between Scottish Government and legal bodies.
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Events line-up to enrich climate conference
A series of innovative cultural events are to be staged to mark COP26.
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Involving young people in COP26
Opportunities to meet world leaders and climate activists.
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Creating resilient and sustainable islands
Funding allocated to local island projects.
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FM calls for global climate action at TED
Smaller countries’ actions crucial to tackling climate emergency.
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Fast-tracking net zero infrastructure
Green growth pathfinder projects announced.
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Making our homes cleaner and greener
Scotland’s heat in buildings strategy published.
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Scotland putting rail decarbonisation at heart of net zero plans.
First Minister marks completion of Queen Street Station redevelopment
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Global climate justice
Global south priorities for COP26 set out at Glasgow climate talks.
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Climate justice
Doubling climate fund to help world’s most vulnerable nations
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Conserving wild salmon
More than £500,000 to study the pressures faced from pollution and climate change.
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Making Just Transition a defining mission
New Commission to be established to support net zero transformation.
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COP26 youth conference
Scotland to host United Nations Conference of Youth.
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Building a COP26 legacy
Climate Week to put people at the heart of net zero journey.
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COP26
Communities across Scotland to take part in climate action.
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A Fairer, Greener Scotland
Programme for Government 2021-22.
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Zero Carbon Islands
Islands contributing to net zero commitment.
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New Ministers to be appointed
Scottish Greens to enter government.
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Agreement reached with Scottish Green Party
Cooperation confirmed.
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FM calls for collective leadership on a just transition for energy
Letter urges PM to reassess oil and gas licencing plans.
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Investing in net-zero technology
£16.5 million to support energy transformation.
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100 Days until COP26
Scotland makes international pledge to help deliver the Paris Agreement
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Increased funding to tackle fuel poverty and climate change
£64 million for local heat and energy efficiency projects
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Dairy Sector Climate Change Group: report
Report from the Dairy Sector Climate Change Group, one of the farmer-led groups established to develop advice and proposals for the Scottish Government. It focusses on how to cut emissions and tackle climate change, something that was re-emphasised in the updated Climate Change Plan.
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Arable Climate Change Group - a new blueprint for Scotland's arable sector: report
Report from the Arable Climate Change Group, one of the farmer-led groups established to develop advice and proposals for the Scottish Government. It focusses on how to cut emissions and tackle climate change, something that was re-emphasised in the updated Climate Change Plan.
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National Islands Plan Survey: final report
This report presents the findings from the National Islands Plan Survey. The research explores perceptions of island life in relation to the strategic objectives set out in the National Islands Plan.
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Young Scots have their say on COP26
Applications for new youth climate programme opened.
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Supporting climate justice across the globe
Funding for international projects ahead of COP26.
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Scottish Greenhouse Gas statistics: 1990-2019
The Scottish Greenhouse Gas Inventory is the key tool for understanding the origins and magnitudes of greenhouse gas emissions in Scotland. The inventory is compiled in line with international guidance from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change.
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Sustainable and integrated farming and crofting activity in the hills and uplands of Scotland: blueprint - report
Report from the Hill, Upland and Crofting Climate Change Group, one of the farmer-led groups established to develop advice and proposals for the Scottish Government. It focusses on how to cut emissions and tackle climate change, something that was re-emphasised in the updated Climate Change Plan.
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Pig sector - reducing greenhouse gas emissions: bringing home the bacon - report
Report from the Scottish Pig Industry Leadership Group, one of the farmer-led groups established to develop advice and proposals for the Scottish Government. It focusses on how to cut emissions and tackle climate change, something that was re-emphasised in the updated Climate Change Plan.
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Accelerating green growth
Initiative to unlock £200m of low carbon investment launched.
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Strengthening links with Europe
£3 million research fund announced.
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Funding to restore Scotland’s iconic peatlands
£22 million this year towards meeting climate change targets.
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Climate campaign launches
‘Let’s do Net Zero’ calls for collective action to help hit net zero.
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Climate Change Plan: monitoring reports - 2021 compendium
The first annual statutory monitoring report against the updated 2018 Climate Change Plan, as per the Climate Change (Emissions Reduction Targets) (Scotland) Act 2019.
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Climate change - adaptation programme: progress report 2021
Second annual progress report on Climate Ready Scotland: Scotland's Climate Change Adaptation Programme 2019 to 2024.
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Peatland restoration fund tackles global climate crisis
Single year and multi-year projects now eligible to apply to a £22 million peatland restoration programme.
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Energy strategy: position statement
The Energy Strategy position statement provides an overview of our key priorities for the short to medium-term in ensuring a green economic recovery, whilst remaining aligned to our net zero ambitions, in the lead up to COP26.
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FM: COP26 is our best chance to address climate change
Scotland will lead by example with commitment to net-zero.
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Establishing a Scottish Nitrogen Balance Sheet: consultation analysis
An analysis report summarising and describing the responses to the public consultation on establishing a Scottish Nitrogen Balance Sheet
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Driving progress to a net-zero future
Hydrogen bus investment announced.
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New measures to accelerate greener, cheaper heating
Heat Networks (Scotland) Bill passed.
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Reaching net zero
Vision to transform heating in Scotland’s buildings published.
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Scotland’s Carbon Footprint: 1998-2017
An Official Statistics Publication for Scotland
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Budget to support net-zero transformation
Record funding to deliver Scotland’s green recovery.
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Just Transition Commission call for evidence: analysis report
Analysis of the responses to the Just Transition Commission's call for evidence.
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Increase to carrier bag charge
Help combat plastic waste.
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Delivering Scotland’s green recovery
More than £3.2 million to help communities drive climate action.
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Action to tackle climate change
Measures to stop non-biodegradable waste heading to landfill.
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Improving sustainability through innovation
Tackling climate change in farming and food production.
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Offshore wind to green hydrogen: opportunity assessment
Initial assessment of Scotland’s opportunity to produce green hydrogen from offshore wind.
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Scottish hydrogen: assessment report
Examines how applications of hydrogen-based technologies in transport, industry, heat and whole system approaches can best be deployed in Scotland.
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Scottish Government Hydrogen Policy Statement
We set out our vision for Scotland to become a leading hydrogen nation in the production of reliable, competitive, sustainable hydrogen, securing Scotland’s future as a centre of international excellence as we establish the innovation, skills and and supply chain to underpin our energy transition.
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Deep decarbonisation pathways for Scottish industries: research report
The following report is a research piece outlining the potential pathways for decarbonisation of Scottish Industries. Two main pathways are considered, hydrogen and electrification, with both resulting in similar costs and levels of carbon reduction.
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Climate Change Plan 2018-2032 - update: strategic environmental assessment - draft
Draft strategic environmental assessment of the update to the Climate Change Plan 2018 to 2032. The appendices are available as a supporting file on this page.
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Securing a green recovery on a path to net zero: climate change plan 2018–2032 - update
This update to Scotland's 2018-2032 Climate Change Plan sets out the Scottish Government's pathway to our new and ambitious targets set by the Climate Change Act 2019. It is a key strategic document on our green recovery from COVID-19.
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30% of Scotland’s land to be protected for nature
Next steps on tackling biodiversity loss published.
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Scottish biodiversity strategy post-2020: statement of intent
Sets the direction for a new biodiversity strategy which will respond to the increased urgency for action to tackle the twin challenges of biodiversity loss and climate change.
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UK Government urged to match climate ambition with action
Climate Change Secretary sets out key asks ahead of Climate Ambition Summit.
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Helping industry cut emissions
Scottish Industrial Energy Transformation Fund opens.
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Contributing to the Paris Agreement
Scotland to publish an indicative Nationally Determined Contribution ahead of Glasgow COP26.
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Farmer-led groups to tackle climate change
More sustainable farming and food production.
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Combating biodiversity loss
New Centre of Expertise in Biodiversity announced.
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Increased offshore wind ambition by 2030
Supporting Scotland’s green recovery.
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Tackling single-use plastic
Consultation launched on banning common single-use plastic items.
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Scotland’s Green Recovery
£3.5 million to help deliver climate-friendly projects.
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Driving international climate action
Scotland assumes European role ahead of critical COP26 talks.
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Recycle Week 2020
People encouraged to continue recycling to help the environment.
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Ending Scotland's throwaway culture
Experts advise on replacing single-use items.
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Building resilience for island communities
£2 million for locally-led green recovery.
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Scotland's Climate Assembly: operations and administration arrangements
Details on the Assembly's independence and governance, resources, member recruitment, meetings, evidence base, engagement, principles and reporting arrangements.
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Scotland’s green recovery
Funding for a just transition to net-zero.
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International declaration agreed
Calls for global biodiversity action at all levels.
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Scottish Greenhouse Gas Emissions 2018
An Official Statistics Publication for Scotland.
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£62 million fund for energy sector
Support package to help deliver net zero future.
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Climate Change Plan update
Publication to be delayed due to coronavirus outbreak.
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COP26 update
Need for partnership working.
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Protecting Scotland’s environment
Environment strategy published.
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New beef sector climate group
Moving to a low-carbon future.
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Scottish Budget 2020-21
Tackling the climate emergency and protecting public services.
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Delivering a green budget
Scottish Budget prioritising the climate emergency.
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The Big Climate Conversation
Public share opinions on transitioning to net-zero.
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Climate Change Plan
Working group to support ambitious new emissions targets.
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Tackling climate crisis through artificial intelligence
Funding to support innovation.
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Offshore wind summit
Steps to ensure contracts stay in Scotland.
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More people are environmentally conscious
20 years of the Scottish Household Survey.
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Scotland’s recycling summit
Talks to accelerate action on waste.
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Scotland's carbon footprint: 1998-2016
Estimates of Scotland's greenhouse gas emissions on a consumption basis.
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Global pledge on climate crisis
Transport charter signed at COP25 summit.
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Madrid COP25 climate summit
Working together to tackle climate change.
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Scotland’s base for climate summit
Glasgow Science Centre to host COP26 events.
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Sending computers to Africa
Education initiatives benefit from used Scottish Government equipment.
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Safeguarding environmental standards
Advisory body plan for ‘no deal’ Brexit.
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Rates relief for retailers
First Minister announces support for shops tackling throwaway culture.
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£27m funding for active travel
First Minister – Scotland acting locally as we lead globally on climate change.
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Green investment programme opens
Support for projects tackling climate emergency.
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Scotland's Climate Week 2019
Taking action to become a net-zero society.
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Building a zero carbon future
Climate change top of the agenda for new planning system.
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Scotland to become a net-zero society
New legislation will demonstrate global leadership.
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Climate change adaptation
Improving protection against climate extremes.
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Climate Ready Scotland: climate change adaptation programme 2019-2024
A five year programme to prepare Scotland for the challenges we will face as our climate continues to change.
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Committing to zero emissions
Proposals put public sector at the forefront of climate change fight.
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Cleaner Air for Scotland
Independent review on air quality published.
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Tackling climate change
Additional £11 million for peatland restoration.
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The Big Climate Conversation
Public engagement events to tackle climate emergency.
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Deposit Return Scheme
Ambitious scheme design takes shape.
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Reaching net zero
Call for immediate action on greenhouse gases.
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Climate Change action
Scotland will go greener, faster with world-leading targets.
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Climate Challenge Fund
Embracing a carbon-neutral society
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Scottish climate change adaptation programme 2019-2024: strategic environmental assessment
This SEA investigates the likely significant effects on the environment.
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Developing an environment strategy for Scotland: analysis of responses to online discussion
Independent analysis of responses to our June to August 2018 online discussion that sought views to help inform the development of an Environment Strategy for Scotland.
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Scottish climate change adaptation programme 2019-2024: consultation draft
We want to hear your views on Scotland's new five-year climate change adaptation programme to be launched in autumn 2019.
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Powering Past Coal Alliance
Scottish Government joins clean power group.
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Scotland’s Carbon Footprint: 1998-2015
An Official Statistics Publication for Scotland.
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Transitioning to carbon neutrality
Remit and initial Commission members announced.
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Innovative solutions to protect environment
New partnership and funding.
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UN climate change conference
Funding for global climate action.
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Blue Carbon forum launched
Exploring the marine environment’s capacity to solve carbon problem.
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Tackling climate change
£600k fund for projects in Malawi and Zambia.
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Turning the tide on marine plastics
Doubling of funding.
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Fighting coastline pollution
£100,000 for beach clean-ups.
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Leading the way to a low-carbon future
Just Transition Commission to advise on decarbonisation.
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Tackling climate change
New fund to help communities in Malawi respond to effects of global warming.
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Strong progress on climate change
Greenhouse gas emissions reduced by nearly half.
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Scottish Greenhouse Gas Emissions
An Official Statistics Publication for Scotland.
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Commitment to net-zero greenhouse gas emissions
New legislation set to be ‘toughest in the world’.
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2050 Climate Group Youth Summit
Malawi partnership announced.
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Climate Challenge Fund
More than 1,000 community projects have helped cut carbon emissions.
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Climate Change Plan: third report on proposals and policies 2018-2032 (RPP3)
This plan sets out the path to a low carbon economy while helping to deliver sustainable economic growth and secure the wider benefits to a greener, fairer and healthier Scotland in 2032.
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Climate change mitigation funding in draft budgets: 2013 to present
Summaries of funding for climate change mitigation measures in draft Budgets since 2013 to 2014.
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