Scottish Activists Urge Rejection of Gas Power Station

Aberdeenshire Council has rejected a proposal for the Fare Wind Farm, which would have brought significant economic benefits, including £14 million in investment and 230 construction jobs, while delivering a £26.4 million community benefit package. The project will now face a public local inquiry before being determined by the Scottish Government. Meanwhile, over 13,000 individuals have signed a petition urging the Scottish Government to reject plans for a new gas-fired power station at Peterhead, labeled as 'climate-wrecking' by activists. Environmental groups argue the new facility would deepen reliance on fossil fuels and extend high energy costs for households while criticizing the unproven carbon capture technology proposed by developers SSE and Equinor. Concerns have been raised that approving the gas plant would contradict Scotland's climate targets, emphasizing the need for a shift towards renewable energy solutions. Activists continue to campaign against the gas plant, highlighting the urgency of addressing the climate crisis and advocating for investments in proven renewable energy alternatives.