Scientists warn hydrogen heating could be net-zero ‘distraction’
The Scottish Science Advisory Council also cautioned that there was a risk that hydrogen heating could be promoted to benefit commercial interests.
Concerns over ongoing ‘bullying’ and secretive culture at environmental regulator
Alongside claims of bullying, responses to an internal survey at SEPA also said “it is not safe to speak out” at the environmental agency.
Fife hydrogen trial short on sign ups despite offering £1k ‘bribe’
A ‘world-first’ trial of hydrogen heating systems in Fife is yet to sign up its targeted number of households despite offering residents £1,000 to take part.
Bullet shell found at Western Isles fish farm
The Scottish Government has launched an investigation after a bullet shell was found during an inspection of a fish farm off North Uist.
Fears raised more cultural venues could end up in private hands
As the recession in the UK deepens, more Scottish cultural venues could be taken over by multinational firms and private developers.
Revealed: The Scottish cultural institutions linked to tax havens
Global firms linked to tax havens own or operate Scottish theatres, music venues, pubs and bars, analysis by The Ferret has found.
Military spending massively outstripping climate finance, report warns
Rich countries are spending at least 30 times more on their military than climate finance for climate vulnerable nations.
Rising toxic pollution under investigation
The Scottish Government’s green watchdog launched an investigation into rises in toxic pollution from two wood production plants in Stirlingshire and Ayrshire.
Health fears as Scottish ammonia pollution rises
Industrial emissions of ammonia – a pollutant that damages ecosystems and threatens human health – increased by more than ten per cent in Scotland last year.