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Scotland’s commitment to renewable energy is welcomed

RSPB and green groups welcome Scotland’s renewable energy report, by ClickGreen staff.  05 Mar 2012 Green groups have welcome today’s Scottish Government’s energy policy statement, which confirms plans for 100% renewable energy by 2020 are achievable.

The RSPB Scotland was one of a number of campaign groups that welcomed Scotland’s commitment to increasing electricity generation from renewables that are developed in harmony with nature. The charity believes the document also effectively rules out the need
for Peel Energy’s controversial coal plant proposed for Hunterston in Ayrshire.

Aedán Smith, Head of Planning and Development for RSPB Scotland said: “We urgently need to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions to reduce the risk of climate change, which threatens birds and other wildlife in Scotland and across the world. “We therefore welcome Scottish Minsters’ continued commitment to renewables that are located and designed to minimise impacts on wildlife. … http://www.clickgreen.org.uk/opinion/opinion/123268-rspb-and-green-groups-welcome-scotland%5Cs-renewable-energy-report.html

March 6, 2012 - Posted by Christina Macpherson | general