Interview with Scottish Green Party co-leader Patrick Harvie

The UK and Scottish Governments have recognized the inadequacy of their climate targets but have failed to meet even existing ones. Action is needed alongside targets to address climate change effectively. In Scotland, missed targets and rising transport emissions highlight a lack of investment in solutions. By investing in renewable energy, public transport, and nature restoration, emissions can be reduced, and the economy revitalized. The focus should be on emergency action rather than just setting targets.

What has the UK Government recently acknowledged about its climate change targets?

• They were irrelevant.

• They were too ambitious.

• They were not strong enough.

• They were perfectly adequate.

What has been the trend in transport emissions in Scotland?

• They have been eliminated.

• They have been increasing.

• They have remained stable.

• They have been decreasing.

What is one of the proposed investments to help reduce emissions?

• Building more roads

• Expanding oil extraction

• Investing in renewable energy

• Increasing aviation growth

What is the suggested approach to tackle the climate emergency?

• Engaging in a bidding war on targets

• Setting more ambitious targets

• Ignoring the issue

• Taking emergency action

What is a potential benefit of investing in renewable energy and public transport?

• Increased short-term profits

• More oil and gas extraction

• Creation of long-term jobs

• Higher transport emissions