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PROJECT FINDS OFFSHORE HYDROGEN TRANSFER IS ACHIEVABLE

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A study has proved that a Hydrogen Offshore Transfer System (HOTS) can be built and operated safely, offering transformational opportunities towards decarbonisation.  A consortium comprising of industry experts Jebb Smith Ltd, Logan Energy, and Cenex looked at developing an efficient and safe HOTS. The demonstration of this infrastructure would aid the development of hydrogen powered […]

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COP26 HAS SPURRED ENHANCED OPPORTUNITIES FOR PENSION SPECIALISTS

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Scotland’s pensions sector benefited from a “green gift” as a result of the COP26 UN climate change conference held in Glasgow last November. The spotlight shone on global leaders working together to reach net-zero carbon and the subsequent prioritisation of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) issues provided enhanced opportunities for pension specialists to provide expertise

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THE HYDRO GETS GREEN AREA CERTIFICATION

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The OVO Hydro, a Scottish Event Campus (SEC) venue, has today been announced as the first arena in the world to achieve A Greener Arena (AGA) certification for its commitment to sustainability. AGA takes a holistic approach to sustainability, not only looking at emissions and environmental impacts but also people, inclusion and wellbeing.     The award was officially

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SCOTLAND CONTINUES TO LEAD THE WAY IN GREEN MOTORING

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Scotland remains at the forefront of the UK’s switch to the green motoring revolution according to new figures from the Department for Transport. The data shows Scotland has the highest ratio nationally of publicly accessible rapid charging points for electric vehicles with 13.6 devices per 100,000 residents, up from 12.9 in January. This amounts to

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CHARTERED SURVEYORS PLANTS TREES TO MARK HISTORIC ANNIVERSARY

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L-R: John McHugh, Simon Stuart & Alan Gordon DM Hall, one of the oldest and most distinguished firms of Chartered Surveyors in Scotland, is celebrating its remarkable history with a symbolic investment in the future. To mark its 125th anniversary, the nationally operating firm is planting 125 trees in Cashel Forest, a 3,000-acre estate which

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ENTERPRISE AGENCIES JOIN FORCES TO HELP BUSINESSES BECOME ENVIRONMENTALLY COMPETITIVE

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Scottish Enterprise (SE) and Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) have teamed up to help around 50 Scottish companies calculate the carbon savings of their innovative new products and services, so that they can meet the growing requirement to accurately forecast their environmental impact. The two-month pilot was aimed at raising the competitiveness of the participating

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NEW PLAN TO REGENERATE SCOTLAND’S TOWNS PUBLISHED

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New measures to revitalise town centres and regenerate local economies have been published. In response to last year’s review of the Town Centre Action Plan, a joint report by the Scottish Government and the Convention of Scottish Local Authorities (COSLA) outlines actions to meet the needs of communities and tackle climate change. These include investing in

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MAJOR REPORT SHOWS SCOTLAND’S CHANGING RURAL LAND MARKET

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A groundbreaking report reveals changes to Scotland’s rural land market and values, amid strong timber prices and rising demand in non-farming leisure estates. The report published today by the Scottish Land Commission shows the Scottish rural land market is characterised by exceptionally high demand but continued low supply, resulting in rising values. The Rural Land Market

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MACKIE’S OUTLINES ITS GREEN AMBITIONS FOR THE YEAR

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A top ice cream brand has emblazoned its familiar blue tubs with a bright green label and QR code, encouraging buyers to learn more about its environmental promises. The family-run Mackie’s of Scotland – which since 2007 has generated twice as much energy than it uses – wants to continue to develop its sustainability practices,

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