Climate Change
Scotland’s Climate Plans Face Scrutiny Over ‘Science Fiction’ Targets
Published: 26 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online. Scotland’s climate strategy is facing fresh criticism for relying heavily on unproven technologies and uncertain projections. The UK Climate Change Committee (CCC) has expressed concern about the feasibility of the Scottish government’s long-term emissions targets, despite acknowledging that its recent short-term plans are more realistic. Nigel Topping, chair of the CCC, highlighted that Scotland’s new approach to carbon...
Aberdeen Chosen for GB Energy HQ at Marischal Square
Published: 12 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online The UK government’s flagship publicly owned energy company, Great British Energy, has confirmed that its permanent headquarters will be located in Aberdeen’s Marischal Square, marking a significant moment both for the city and for the country’s broader transition toward a greener economic future. The decision reinforces Aberdeen’s longstanding identity as a global energy capital while signalling a deliberate...
South Africa’s Garden Route Gem Faces Looming Water Crisis
Published: 04 February 2026. The English Chronicle Desk. The English Chronicle Online At first glance, Knysna appears untouched by crisis. The South African coastal town, famed for its turquoise lagoon, golden beaches and forested hills, has long marketed itself as one of the jewels of the Garden Route. Visitors come for the scenery, retirees settle for the mild climate, and local businesses thrive on tourism drawn by the promise of...
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