Campaigners complain over ministers’ handling of plans for new gas power plant
Climate campaigners have complained about Scottish ministers’ handling of plans for a new gas-fuelled power station in Peterhead.
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Next government urged to fund ‘just transition’ for oil and gas workers
The next government must provide a “clear and funded” transition plan for workers in the offshore oil and gas industry, including the North Sea, green groups and unions have urged.
Protestors use ‘oily roses’ to oppose Rosebank development
Environmental protestors have targeted companies and groups connected to Norwegian energy giant Equinor’s (OSLO: EQNR) Rosebank project.
Campaigners plan ‘digital day of action’ against Equinor’s Rosebank
Campaign groups have vowed a virtual “day of action” in protest against the development of the Rosebank oil field.
Greenpeace readying lawyers to oppose new North Sea licences
Westminster has been accused by environmental groups of “abdicating all responsibility” for tackling climate change.
New CCS report should spell end for Peterhead project, claim campaigners
Environmentalists have reignited calls for a job-creating north-east low carbon project to be axed after the release of a “damning” new report.
New Cambo owners making ‘billion-pound gamble’ say campaigners
Environmental groups say a change of ownership at the controversial Cambo development will not alter the prospects for what they call a "doomed" field, following news that Ithaca Energy will acquire operator Siccar Point.
Ithaca Energy to buy Cambo operator Siccar Point in $1.5 billion deal
Ithaca Energy has struck a deal to buy Siccar Point Energy, operator of the controversial Cambo project, for just shy of $1.5 billion.
Unions and campaigners ‘cautiously welcome’ offshore training alignment
Environmental campaigners and trade unions welcomed plans from the offshore training industry to reduce duplication in certification standards, but pressed for detail on timing and delivery.
Industry reaction as OGA rebrands to NSTA
The Oil and Gas Authority (OGA) has made a rebrand to the North Sea Transition Authority - here's the industry reaction to the move.
‘I suppose it was inevitable’: Campaigner, industry and analyst reaction to OGUK rebrand
Reaction to news that the leading trade body for the North Sea, Oil and Gas UK (OGUK), is rebranding has varied from claims of it being a “PR stunt” to praise for a move that’s “not before time”.
Confusion over whether Scotland is signing up to ‘oil and gas leavers club’
Confusion reigned today over whether or not Scotland is signing up to a group dedicated to phasing out the supply of oil and gas.
Stop Cambo campaigner dressed as the Queen turns off North Sea taps during mock ceremony in Glasgow
Environmental campaigners have drafted in ‘royalty’ in their latest effort to lampoon the oil and gas industry.
UK to deliver ‘most exclusionary COP ever’, claims environmental group
The UK is on course to deliver the “most exclusionary COP ever”, an environmental group has claimed.
IPCC report ‘must sound a death knell’ for oil and gas, says UN head
An “alarming” new report setting out the impact of climate change on the planet should spell the end for oil and gas, according to a senior international figure.
Cambo oilfield protestors occupy UK Government building in Edinburgh
A dozen activists have staged a protest at a UK Government building in Edinburgh in hope of convincing ministers to reject proposals for the Cambo oilfield, west of Shetland.
Campaigners bring legal challenge to UK Government on North Sea oil plans
Campaigners have brought a legal challenge to the UK Government for supporting plans they claim are “unlawful” for North Sea oil and gas production.
‘It’s unhelpful to cherry-pick technologies’ – industry bodies and research groups hit back at CCS critics
Industry bodies have rallied to defend carbon capture and storage (CCS) after a report claimed it wouldn’t be able to deliver the emissions reductions needed in the coming years.
CCS branded ‘dangerous distraction’ after report questions technology’s practical use
Environmental campaigners have branded carbon capture and storage (CCS) a “dangerous distraction” from the urgent need to decarbonise the energy sector.
As campaigners we are urging policymakers to sit down with workers to shape policy together
“It's been a bad time for me I must admit, a horrendous time.” That’s how Tony*, a former drilling maintenance supervisor from Dundee, describes the impact this year has had on him as an offshore worker.
Oil and Gas UK brands climate group report ‘misleading’
Oil and Gas UK has rebuked claims in a new report from a coalition of climate action groups as being “misleading”.
More than 80% of UK oil workers consider leaving the industry, finds climate group report
More than 80% of UK oil and gas workers are considering leaving the industry, according to a new report from climate action groups.
Unions and environmental groups call for end to ‘unjust transition’
Trade unions and environmental groups are calling for political party manifestos to include commitments to deliver on green jobs promises.
Opportunity for oil workers: share your views on greener jobs and organise for a better future
A new survey has been launched by Platform and Friends of the Earth Scotland to hear from workers in the oil and gas industry and supply chain about how COVID-19 and the oil price crash have impacted their working life. Hundreds of workers have already responded, detailing their experience in the industry, their fears around job security and what type of future they want.
Campaigners say Scotland’s new public bank must not invest in ‘damaging’ fossil fuels
Scotland’s new public bank must be an “ethical lender”, according to environmental campaigners.