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Environmental groups boycott events sponsored by fossil fuel firms
Scottish campaigners are backing a boycott of media events sponsored by “pariah” fossil fuel companies in the run-up to the COP26 climate summit in Glasgow.
September 2, 2021
UK Government promoting climate programme alongside fossil fuel polluters
The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), which aims to “independently assess" corporate climate pledges, is developing its guidance alongside fossil fuel polluters.
August 30, 2021
Cambo oil firm under fire over tax haven
The main developer behind the Cambo oil field is ultimately owned in an offshore tax haven, which could deprive the UK of tens of millions of pounds.
August 15, 2021
Unmasked: the 138 ‘polluters’ at key climate talks
More than a hundred executives with links to industries blamed for pollution were permitted to take part in vital international talks to combat climate change.
July 25, 2021
Power & Influence: the top 10 most influential people in Scotland
Who are the people of influence in Scotland today? After a week long investigation into power and ownership The Ferret offers a list of names and sectors.
July 16, 2021
‘Big energy’ dominates lobbying of Scottish Government amid climate crisis
Questions have been raised over the power and influence of energy companies lobbying Scottish ministers and special advisors.
July 12, 2021
Peat extraction plans for Nutberry Moss rejected by Dumfries and Galloway Council
An attempt by a fertiliser multinational to extend peat extraction in south-west Scotland has been unanimously rejected by a council on grounds it would contribute to climate change.
March 9, 2021
Scottish Government accused of ‘false solutions’ to climate crisis
The Scottish Government is chasing "carbon unicorns" in an attempt to meet its net-zero targets, say environmentalists.
March 4, 2021
Scots universities have shares worth £2m in firms linked to West Bank settlements
Scottish universities have shares worth more than £2m in companies linked to the West Bank, it has been revealed, leading to calls for disinvestment.
February 7, 2021