Volvo and SSAB sign deal to create world first ‘fossil-free’ steel vehicles in ‘green revolution’
‘This is an important step on the road to completely climate-neutral transports.’
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New tech means electric battery run lorries can compete with diesel on cost, says study
A new study by Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI) shows that electric battery-powered freight trucks can be economically competitive with diesel counterparts. They say the study challenges a long-held view that has previously dismissed electric freight trucks as too costly. It argues that with with battery technology improving rapidly, heavy battery electric trucks can compete – and likely …
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Scottish renewable sector can spark ‘Silicon Valley’ effect for wind, tidal & solar says Hunter report
When he speaks, people listen. They might not always agree but they pay attention. So when Sir Tom Hunter commissions the influential Oxford Economics consultancy through The Hunter Foundation to look at Scotland’s economic performance, it was always a fair bet that the results would grab some headlines especially so close to an election. But …
Interim chief of Scotland’s new deposit return scheme body promises ‘world class’ service
The interim director a new group announced to oversee Scotland’s long awaited deposit return scheme has hailed it as a “game-changer” in driving Scotland’s circular economy and green ambitions. Donald McCalman said the new body – Circularity Scotland Limited – would deliver a world class scheme with a vision of making it “work for all”. …
Scotland has clear potential to be ‘renewable energy powerhouse’ says new industry chair Adam Morrison
He has three years to make his mark it, but new Scottish Renewables chair Adam Morrison is in determined mood as he gets to grip with the new role. In his opening remarks since taking office he highlighted the challenges faced by colleagues in making sure that Scotland lives up to its potential as a …
Orkney go-ahead for UK’s first commercial green ammonia plant and wind turbines
The Eneus Energy project, including a supporting wind turbines extension at Hammars Hill, was approved by the Orkney Council Planning Committee.