Scotland launches Just Transition Commission to 'pave way to low carbon future'

Michael Holder
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Scottish Government announces taskforce to advise on achieving a fair transition away from fossil fuels that maximises opportunities arising from decarbonisation

Scotland has announced a new taskforce to advise on securing a fair transition away from fossil fuels that ensures carbon intensive industries and the people they employ can "maximise the opportunities...

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