Government proposes 80% cut in carbon emissions
Ministers set out proposals in draft Climate Change Bill
The Scottish Government has unveiled its plans to tackle climate change, which include a proposal to reduce Scotland's carbon emissions by 80% by 2050.
Scotland's first Climate Change Bill has been circulated in draft for consultation. As well as the reduction in carbon emissions, other proposals include an annual measure of progress, and the publication of independent advice on when and to what level cuts in emissions should be made.
John Swinney, Cabinet Secretary for Finance and Sustainable Growth, said: "Climate change is having a major impact on the world we live in. Moving towards a low carbon economy can create new jobs and improve local environments as part of our drive to generate sustainable economic growth."
The consultation will run until 23 April. The government hopes to be ready to introduce a draft bill to the Scottish Parliament before the end of the year.
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