Scottish Parliament to vote on new climate bill
The bill proposes measures to reduce Scotland's carbon emissions by 90% in the next 25 years.
Last updated 25th Sep 2019
Holyrood is expected to pass a bill today which will aim to significantly reduce Scotland's carbon footprint.
The SNP's proposal has been criticised by some opposition however - the green party believe the target of 'net-zero emissions' could be achieved 15 year earlier than the bill outlines.
The Lib Dems and Labour also believe the goal can be reached quicker.
Climate change protests were seen across the country last Friday - including in front of Aberdeen's Marischal college.
Many of the protesters argued that Scotland should be doing more to combat climate change.
Aberdeen Climate Action's Alison Stewart told Northsound it was important ambitious goals are set for climate issues, as that is what is required to save the planet.
She said:
"It's all very well saying we can make individual choices, and those are crucial, is for the government to make that easier.
"The only way 'net-zero' can be achieved is for the government to take action.
"It is about reducing plastics, but also waste. Also, boosting the investment in green technology."
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