Scotland Abandons 2030 Emissions Reduction Target

The Scottish government has scrapped its ambitious goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 75% by 2030, citing the target as unachievable.

The decision follows a damning report from the UK Climate Change Committee, which stated that the 2030 target was 'beyond what is credible'.
Mairi McAllan, Scotland's Net Zero Secretary, announced the government will adopt a new system of five-year carbon budgets.
Environmental groups have criticized the move as a significant step back in Scotland's climate leadership.
The revised approach aims to maintain the commitment to achieving net zero emissions by 2045.
The Scottish government argues that severe budgetary restrictions and the constraints of devolution have hindered their climate actions.