Coal extraction policy: call for evidence
An opportunity to contribute views and evidence on the development of coal extraction policy in Scotland. This helps us ensure we deliver a robust, fully-evidenced policy position in line with energy needs, statutory requirements, and climate change ambitions.
Footnotes
1 A Fairer, Greener Scotland: Programme for Government 2021-22 - gov.scot (www.gov.scot)
2 Scottish Government and Scottish Green Party - Shared Policy Programme - gov.scot (www.gov.scot)
4 The future of energy in Scotland: Scottish energy strategy - gov.scot (www.gov.scot)
5 COP26 Presidency Outcomes available at: https://ukcop26.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/COP26-Presidency-Outcomes-The-Climate-Pact.pdf
6 Climate Change (Emissions Reduction Targets) (Scotland) Act 2019 (legislation.gov.uk)
7 As footnote 3.
8The Scottish Government's initial response to the final report of the Just Transition Commission: https://www.gov.scot/publications/transition-fairer-greener-scotland/pages/5/
9 IPCC — Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change
10 As footnote 3
12 Supporting documents - Cleaner air for Scotland: progress report 2018-2019 - gov.scot (www.gov.scot)
13 Cleaner Air for Scotland 2 - Towards a Better Place for Everyone - gov.scot (www.gov.scot)
14 Coal Industry Act 1994 (legislation.gov.uk)
15 Net Zero Strategy: Build Back Greener - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Contact
Email: CoalExtractionCFE@gov.scot
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